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RichardCoulter · 18-03-2020, 08:43

Just received this:

Dear IAS Stakeholder

In light of the current Coronavirus outbreak, we are working closely with the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) to protect the health and safety of claimants and our staff.

As you may be aware, DWP has temporarily suspended all face-to-face consultations for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) from today as a precautionary measure. This is aimed at reducing the risk of exposure to Coronavirus. However, alternative arrangements will be implemented to support claimants during this challenging time. These include the ongoing use of Paper Based Reports (PBRs) and the introduction of telephone assessments.

The department has confirmed that it will continue to accept all new claims. For those individuals already receiving PIP, they will continue to receive their current payments as normal.

For more information on this recent development, please visit the DWP website. We will also provide key updates on our website.

Best Regards

PIP Claimant Champion

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Anyone who is self employed or who has had to close their business due to the pandemic can now call HMRC on 0300 456 3565 for advice on tax and any benefits available to them.

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RichardCoulter cf.mega poster Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 10,067	Re: The state benefits system mega-thread. Just received this: Dear IAS Stakeholder In light of the current Coronavirus outbreak, we are working closely with the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) to protect the health and safety of claimants and our staff. As you may be aware, DWP has temporarily suspended all face-to-face consultations for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) from today as a precautionary measure. This is aimed at reducing the risk of exposure to Coronavirus. However, alternative arrangements will be implemented to support claimants during this challenging time. These include the ongoing use of Paper Based Reports (PBRs) and the introduction of telephone assessments. The department has confirmed that it will continue to accept all new claims. For those individuals already receiving PIP, they will continue to receive their current payments as normal. For more information on this recent development, please visit the DWP website. We will also provide key updates on our website. Best Regards PIP Claimant Champion ---------- Post added at 08:43 ---------- Previous post was at 07:18 ---------- Anyone who is self employed or who has had to close their business due to the pandemic can now call HMRC on 0300 456 3565 for advice on tax and any benefits available to them.