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10 hours 52 minutes ago #315189 by Ronnie
Lost job during PIP claim at tribunal stage was created by Ronnie
Hello, I have submitted an online appeal for a paper-based tribunal 'hearing' and I am awaiting the response from the DWP - they have until 14th August 2026 to respond to my appeal. In the meantime, I lost my long-standing job (self-employed) on 3rd August 2026 (devastated..). I didn't lose the job through any fault of my own, or for health reasons, but the company that outsourced work to me is going insolvent. I worked from home and I am not able to work outside of the home. I am 60 and unlikely to work ever again.
I'm just wondering if I should write to the DWP or the courts to let them know I have lost my job. I'm unable to use the phone to the DWP or the courts (too stressful), and I always write instead. It is my first PIP claim so I don't know the ins and outs of everything. Please can anybody advise me? Thanks.
I'm just wondering if I should write to the DWP or the courts to let them know I have lost my job. I'm unable to use the phone to the DWP or the courts (too stressful), and I always write instead. It is my first PIP claim so I don't know the ins and outs of everything. Please can anybody advise me? Thanks.
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5 hours 48 minutes ago #315191 by LL26
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Replied by LL26 on topic Lost job during PIP claim at tribunal stage
Hi Ronnie,
I'm sorry to hear that you have lost your job. PIP is a benefit for anyone who has sufficient disability within the various descriptors. Anyone can PIP - whether they work or are unemployed.
Since your employer has become insolvent and can no longer employ this isn't relevant to your PIP claim. You do not need no notify the tribunal or DWP (PIP department). (If you were leaving work because of increasing health problems, then this would be different.)
However, it is possible that you might be entitled to a redundancy payment from your ex employer. Additionally, you may be able to claim Universal Credit if you have low income and limited or no capital. Similarly depending on your NI contributions you may alternatively be eligible for New style ESA.
I think it would be helpful if you contact a local advice centre and ask them to perform a benefit check. This should confirm what benefits you might be eligible to receive, and they may also be able to help with any application forms too.
Good luck with everything.
I hope this helps.
LL26
I'm sorry to hear that you have lost your job. PIP is a benefit for anyone who has sufficient disability within the various descriptors. Anyone can PIP - whether they work or are unemployed.
Since your employer has become insolvent and can no longer employ this isn't relevant to your PIP claim. You do not need no notify the tribunal or DWP (PIP department). (If you were leaving work because of increasing health problems, then this would be different.)
However, it is possible that you might be entitled to a redundancy payment from your ex employer. Additionally, you may be able to claim Universal Credit if you have low income and limited or no capital. Similarly depending on your NI contributions you may alternatively be eligible for New style ESA.
I think it would be helpful if you contact a local advice centre and ask them to perform a benefit check. This should confirm what benefits you might be eligible to receive, and they may also be able to help with any application forms too.
Good luck with everything.
I hope this helps.
LL26
Nothing on this board constitutes legal advice - always consult a professional about specific problems
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