Overview

• The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) can stop or reduce Personal Independence Payments (PIP) for reasons including missed review forms, medical assessments, or changes in eligibility.
• Claimants typically receive advance notification of stoppages, detailing the reasons and expiration dates of their benefits.
• A free PIP enquiry line is available to clarify stoppage reasons, request extensions, or reschedule missed assessments.
• Claimants can contest stoppage decisions through mandatory reconsideration within one month, with successful appeals resulting in backdated payments.
• Proactive management of award deadlines and adherence to procedural requirements is crucial to maintaining uninterrupted PIP benefits.