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DLA WAIT TIMES 2026 - AUG/SEPT/OCT

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shejokes11 · 15/10/2026 23:15

I made a new thread as the other one consisted mainly of July/August claims. Feel free to insert scan date for the above months and whether it’s a new claim or MR and update when you have been awarded ! Good Luck 🤞🏽
NC - new claims
MR - mandatory reconsideration
SD - scan date se

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Stressedasmum2026 · 23/10/2026 11:27

OH WOW!! Our claim form is finally with a Decision Maker. Scan date 10th August. I could cry. Obviously no outcome yet, but at least it’s finally with someone.

Orlandoflorida1 · 23/10/2026 11:09

Joysof3boyss · 23/10/2026 10:38

Scan date 19/08 decision made yesterday got through to a lovely person who told me my son aged 6 had been denied due to no diagnosis so I’ve done an MR over phone and stated that dla is not about diagnosis and it goes on care needs which my son needs a significant level of care and supervision and that they didn’t read through the evidence properly as I send physio therapy letters. Paediatrics letters, orthotics, proof of nurturing course completion certificate and sleep course certificate.

good luck everyone

This is shocking if you sent all that in, and as you say it's not about diagnosis. I'm worried now!

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shejokes11 · 23/10/2026 11:06

Joysof3boyss · 23/10/2026 10:38

Scan date 19/08 decision made yesterday got through to a lovely person who told me my son aged 6 had been denied due to no diagnosis so I’ve done an MR over phone and stated that dla is not about diagnosis and it goes on care needs which my son needs a significant level of care and supervision and that they didn’t read through the evidence properly as I send physio therapy letters. Paediatrics letters, orthotics, proof of nurturing course completion certificate and sleep course certificate.

good luck everyone

Awww I’m sure you shall get some good news with this MR x

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Joysof3boyss · 23/10/2026 10:38

Scan date 19/08 decision made yesterday got through to a lovely person who told me my son aged 6 had been denied due to no diagnosis so I’ve done an MR over phone and stated that dla is not about diagnosis and it goes on care needs which my son needs a significant level of care and supervision and that they didn’t read through the evidence properly as I send physio therapy letters. Paediatrics letters, orthotics, proof of nurturing course completion certificate and sleep course certificate.

good luck everyone

Mummyto3bx · 23/10/2026 10:24

Spoke to a lovely man and said my claim has been sent to a decision maker today so hopefully will hear something soon! X

Mummyto3bx · 23/10/2026 10:14

jackiesmama · 23/10/2026 09:18

sd 7/8 - rang this morning and my son has been awarded middle rate care and lower rate mobility for two years, honestly I could cry!

Congratulations.. I’m calling again now I don’t know what to say as only called Monday but I’m SD 10-8 xx

Mum2179 · 23/10/2026 09:45

jackiesmama · 23/10/2026 09:18

sd 7/8 - rang this morning and my son has been awarded middle rate care and lower rate mobility for two years, honestly I could cry!

Congratulations! Xx

jackiesmama · 23/10/2026 09:18

sd 7/8 - rang this morning and my son has been awarded middle rate care and lower rate mobility for two years, honestly I could cry!

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shejokes11 · 23/10/2026 09:07

Wella2026 · 23/10/2026 06:15

Update received back pay today of 1490 new claim scan date 3rd August they asked for medical evidence which they got on Tuesday so was pretty fast does anyone know what rate that is

Maybe MRC n LRM x congrats also

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MummaOfASENQueen · 23/10/2026 09:04

Jadepickle2000 · 23/10/2026 07:58

My scan date is 18th August. They told me it’s around 12 weeks for a decision and I have seen on Facebook a lot of people being awarded around 11-12 weeks

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My scan date is 18th too and based on what I’ve read and the conversation I had on the phone with DLA on Wednesday, I’m hoping for a decision by the end of the month! Fingers crossed!

Mum2179 · 23/10/2026 08:05

Jadepickle2000 · 23/10/2026 07:58

My scan date is 18th August. They told me it’s around 12 weeks for a decision and I have seen on Facebook a lot of people being awarded around 11-12 weeks

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Ooo may be next week for me then xx

Jadepickle2000 · 23/10/2026 07:58

Mum2179 · 22/10/2026 17:14

I really want to call, but I feel like they are just not gonna tell me anything yet. My SD is 13/08 for NC. Do I just take my chances tomorrow???

My scan date is 18th August. They told me it’s around 12 weeks for a decision and I have seen on Facebook a lot of people being awarded around 11-12 weeks

Wella2026 · 23/10/2026 06:15

Update received back pay today of 1490 new claim scan date 3rd August they asked for medical evidence which they got on Tuesday so was pretty fast does anyone know what rate that is

Jenni20 · 22/10/2026 22:22

Hi Ladies Please help! If anybody could give me advice that would be great. I’m currently filling out my son’s dla renewal. Well I’ve been doing it over a few days. However I’m getting really anxious and upset over it. The question where it asks you has there been any change in their health condition I have put yes and written extra info on a separate piece of paper. But I feel I be not give enough information. I’m just worried about it all not being in order. So anything I feel I’ve missed can I do at the end? For example, I was going to do a summary of all his needs at the end of the form in a serrated piece of paper. Will they accept this?

Mum2179 · 22/10/2026 17:20

OpenNavyKoala · 22/10/2026 17:19

It’s such a horrible long wait, a constant fight to just get the help our kids need :( I cant even start my sons renewal for February until I hear back about my daughters because just too much in the brain lol

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It really is! Its so hard😔 i hope you hear soon! Keep us posted! Xxx

OpenNavyKoala · 22/10/2026 17:19

Mum2179 · 22/10/2026 17:18

Fingers crossed the wait and the not knowing is horrible. I applied for a bus pass for my son and they told me no, despite the fact hes in a wheelchair! And can't walk for more than a minute before experiencing pain of some sort!!!

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It’s such a horrible long wait, a constant fight to just get the help our kids need :( I cant even start my sons renewal for February until I hear back about my daughters because just too much in the brain lol

Mum2179 · 22/10/2026 17:18

OpenNavyKoala · 22/10/2026 17:16

I called 15th and they said was still going to be weeks yet and im SD 24/08 so you should be soon hopefully

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Fingers crossed the wait and the not knowing is horrible. I applied for a bus pass for my son and they told me no, despite the fact hes in a wheelchair! And can't walk for more than a minute before experiencing pain of some sort!!!

OpenNavyKoala · 22/10/2026 17:16

Mum2179 · 22/10/2026 17:14

I really want to call, but I feel like they are just not gonna tell me anything yet. My SD is 13/08 for NC. Do I just take my chances tomorrow???

I called 15th and they said was still going to be weeks yet and im SD 24/08 so you should be soon hopefully

Mum2179 · 22/10/2026 17:14

I really want to call, but I feel like they are just not gonna tell me anything yet. My SD is 13/08 for NC. Do I just take my chances tomorrow???

OpenNavyKoala · 22/10/2026 17:09

The wait is unbearable SD 24/08, and my sons renewal is due feb27 😩

Stressedasmum2026 · 22/10/2026 16:51

PlummyMummy2026 · 22/10/2026 16:34

SD 10/8
awarded LRC and LRM today.

Congratulations when was your submission date? Xx

PlummyMummy2026 · 22/10/2026 16:34

SD 10/8
awarded LRC and LRM today.

Jemh95 · 22/10/2026 16:24

EmmiBlossom · 22/10/2026 15:43

Typo - Decision made 20/10

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Im waiting on renewal 19th Jan feels like time away yet SD was the 29th September

Mum2179 · 22/10/2026 15:56

Congrats all being awarded! Fingers crossed to all waiting xx

EmmiBlossom · 22/10/2026 15:43

EmmiBlossom · 22/10/2026 15:19

Renewal - end date 5th November

SD - 28/07

decision made 20/08

same award - awarded until 2031 -HRC LRM

Typo - Decision made 20/10