DS1500 form query

How did SiTs reply stay the course? Some sort of nepotism?

Hi, just as an update my GP completed the DS1500 and just sent me a copy - he only put my diagnosis and that I am on palliative chemo - no mention made of life expectancy so I still expect to have to fill in the assessment form - if it ever arrives in the post?! Jayne 

Hi Gang, Firstly I can't understand why you Norberry (yes you) can say Ownedbystaffies and I could possibly frighten you! Maybe it is just because we tell it like it is?? I don't know!

Binbag I didnt even ask about the DS1500 because I was given between 5 & 7 months, so I thought well that's not necessarily less than 6 months. So when DLA came to an end, I applied for PIP. I don't know if things are done differently in England but I do get PIP not Attendance Allowance and I am over the State Pension age! So that's  what makes me think Scotland and England have different criteria! Anyone know for sure? I hope those who have applied, get the right answer!

Hi All,

I thought that the whole idea of the DS1500 was that it meant you would not have to attend for an interview or further assessment.  I had to attend an appointment with a Doctor to receive my work pension early on medical grounds but have applied for, and three years later renewed my PIP and have not had to undergo any assessment.

Gragon x

Gragon Hi, I’m hoping no assessment will be needed for me but in a discussion with a PIP agent, she advised that a decision would be made based on the form and I may have to still complete an assessment form if special rules not agreed.   However, I contacted McMillan also and was told that it would be most unusual if decision was not in my favour. We’ll see! I received an assessment form in the post today which has to be returned by 3rd March so I hope they make a decision soon! I’m still in the early process of ill-health retirement and not had any update. Take care, Jayne x 

Hi anndanvI live in Wales and it’s Attendance Allowance from state pension age. Jayne x 

All I was inferring is that any future consultancy for the pair of you with the diplomatic service is very unlikely. 

Or about as likely as SiT becoming a stand up.

But  I would like you both in the trenches beside me if we were at war . ( mainly to clear up)

And THAT'S why he's got no mates...

I think my account has been hacked, I wouldn't dream of making such assertions.

Hi ,

You are so wrong- I am the height of tact and diplomacy most of the time, and am sure anndanv is too when required. I am also, however, always happy to take up the cudgels on someone else's behalf in a calm and assertive way. I am told I can be a bit scarey and I do ask questions other people dont. My kids say their friends were a bit scared of me because of my tendency to ask them questions ( no one expects the spanish inquisition)

However, I am not so good at fighting my own corner always. But getting better!

x