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DLA Wait times part 20… (2023)

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Mummyrach13 · 13/11/2023 19:17

Following on from part 19 as it’s about to become full.

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MammyAng84 · 16/11/2023 10:27

I’m exactly a week before u & same area :) was told wasn’t even with a dm so waiting patiently for closer dates to b awarded before I ring again xx

Jude82 · 16/11/2023 10:27

@Sskanf congratulations!! x

Rebeccanew · 16/11/2023 10:26

any help how to notify uc? Xxxxx

also anyone know how long roughly backpay takes?

Rebeccanew · 16/11/2023 10:26

@Sskanf omg! Over the moon for you I really am!!! I told you so to ring hun ❤️ awww wel deserved xxxxxx

@Tmxx did you notify uc straight away xxxxx

Jude82 · 16/11/2023 10:25

@CassD34 @ASDParents congratulations on your awards! 😃
@crazytimes20 I am 27/07 and in Newcastle. Someone with my exact date and area was awarded yesterday and I’ve seen quite a few now with dates similar to both of ours. I’ve also sadly seen lots of dates from the week before us that are still yet to be awarded so I really think it must depend on a few different things. The waiting is so awful though

Sockbabies · 16/11/2023 10:24

@Lollypops88 and @Mummyrach13 I've just rang uc.

She said it's due to be verified tomorrow and that she can see I'm a full time carer so my appointment should be cancelled tomorrow. Said back pay can take a couple of weeks tho. Xx

Tmxx · 16/11/2023 10:22

@Muva25 aww thanks you hun!! I was awarded last Friday mrc until 2030 🥳😁 xxx

Sskanf · 16/11/2023 10:20

Update I've been awarded yesterday!!! Soo happy my waits over beeb awarded middle rate care no mobility as he's only 4, he's in a buggy due to no sense of danger. However I'm so pleased!
@Clairexdx @Keddie @Rebeccanew @Loui5

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Mummyrach13 · 16/11/2023 10:20

@Loui5 them calling is usually a good thing, rather than a straight decline. I would call later today if you don’t receive a text! 🤞 x

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Mojo161989 · 16/11/2023 10:19

Finally on hold after being cut off with the busy tone 4 times. Scan date 13/07. Congrats on new awards. Hoping to have some answers today, if I have to listen to these holding tunes much more I'm going to crack xox

Loui5 · 16/11/2023 10:13

Sskanf i hope so hun. My anxiety has gone through the roof x

Muva25 · 16/11/2023 10:13

@Tmxx hiya I’ve been trying to find you to see how you got on as I said I would , hun hope all is well!

PinkMoscatoLover · 16/11/2023 10:11

@Amy92x @Tmxx no problem! It can all get very confusing when you try to research online so it’s always helpful speaking to a real person who can explain things in simple terms:)

Rebeccanew · 16/11/2023 10:10

Good luck everyone for today xxx
also @Loui5 keep watch out for your phone could get text any min cos if she rang she’s clearly doing your forms now so I’d say give a call this afternoon good luck ❤️ xxxx

Sskanf · 16/11/2023 10:10

@Loui5 more informations a gd thing meaning they should be making a decision any time in the next few hours from what I've seem wuty other people on this thread its usually been a positive outcome so fingers crossed.

@Rebeccanew I am over 18 weeks so really should be getting a reply this week I hope. I'm nervous for a decline as forms were soo long to fill. However I do have some extra evidence coming through next week so if need be for a MR I'm prepared

LollyRiv · 16/11/2023 10:09

@Mdavies2023 good luck! X

Mdavies2023 · 16/11/2023 10:08

@LollyRiv I definitely will hun here comes the long wait for someone to answer haha

LollyRiv · 16/11/2023 10:07

Mdavies2023 · 16/11/2023 10:06

Curiosity is getting the better of me. Scan date 20/07 I'm 17 weeks today I'm going to try and call

@Mdavies2023 our scan date is 21/07. Please let me know how you get on x

Mdavies2023 · 16/11/2023 10:06

Curiosity is getting the better of me. Scan date 20/07 I'm 17 weeks today I'm going to try and call

Binks90 · 16/11/2023 10:05

Calling them for the second time this week feel like a pest!! So far been on hold 33 mins hoping I don't get cut off.

Loui5 · 16/11/2023 09:59

Just spoke to dm took more info over phone, said she will make her decision today and will get a letter 7 to 10 days, i think its a decline.

Mummyto2beautifulangeltwins · 16/11/2023 09:57

Morning everyone.
Scan date 27/10.
Woke up to a backdated payment ,I've no clue the rates ,but happy the wait is over.
Good luck to everyone waiting .

Kelseeyx · 16/11/2023 09:43

15 weeks for me today! Will be waiting till next week to call. Definitely gearing myself up for a decline though 🙃 congratulations to all that have been awarded! ❤️

crazytimes20 · 16/11/2023 09:41

@Jude82 where are you located if you don't mind me asking? I'm 25/7 and haven't phoned at all yet as I hate ringing people. I'm kind of going off what everyone on the thread is saying. I'm going to give them a ring next week though I think.

Rebeccanew · 16/11/2023 09:41

I’m going to stick around on this thread for to watch yous all who’s supported me also to help with anyone if help needed ❤️ xxxxx