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PIP and Disability Discrimination
I just wondered if any one has considered or actually taken a Disability Discrimination legal action against the DWP or ATOS, over how they are treating severely disabled people trying to navigate the Face to Face processes in PIP’s. My client asked for a home visit and was told unlikely as she can still walk a short distance.i.e. her legs still actually move, and pain wasn’t relevant. this bears no resemblance to the DWP PIP guidance (May 2014).
At no time was she told to get GP evidence over several months and 4 phone calls. several month later letter sent demanding she attend a medical centre, so now I am involved and appointment postponed, complaint lodged, but the delay will now be several more months, which is not only due to maladministration, but it appears clear Discrimination.
Any experinces or ideas welcome.