Welfare Rights Benefits Advice ServiceHelp with claims, challenging decisions, advice on entitlement. Available by appointment at our Northampton, Rushden and Corby Offices.
BENEFIT ENTITLEMENT:
Eligibility to benefits Help through the claims process Filling in complex application forms Understanding decisions on benefits Re-assessment of benefits due to changes in circumstances General problem solving in relation to benefits
DISPUTES/RECONSIDERATIONS:
Obtaining explanations of decisions Challenging decisions made by DWP, HRMC, Local Councils Obtaining Expert’s evidence in support of challenges Overpayments of benefits – including recoverability
APPEALS:
Advising on the merits of appeal tribunals Liaising with the Tribunal Service Obtaining Expert’s evidence in support of appeals Writing written submissions for appeal tribunals Providing representation at appeal tribunals Advice following an appeal including advice on possible appeals to Social Security Commissioners
TRAINING/CONSULTANCY:
Upon request, it may be possible to deliver training courses on specific areas.
DEDICATED SPECIALIST TELEPHONE ADVICE LINE:
Open to the public 5 days a week, staffed by fully trained specialist advisors.
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