Guidance

If you think our decision is wrong

Guidance on what to do if you think a benefit decision dated before 28 October 2013 is wrong (includes appeal form).

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This guidance applies only to decisions made before 28 October 2013.

Appeal to the Social Security and Child Support Tribunal if you disagree with a more recent decision about benefits, tax credits or child maintenance.

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If you think our decision is wrong – GL24

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Welsh: Os credwch fod ein penderfyniad yn anghywir – GL24W

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Details

Decision dated before 28 October 2013

This leaflet explains what to do if you think a benefit decision dated before 28 October 2013 is wrong.

To make an appeal, you can use the form at the end of the leaflet or send a signed and dated letter that includes all the relevant information. Send the form or letter to the office that sent you the decision.

For more information about benefit appeals, go to the Appeal a benefit decision guide.

Decision dated on or after 28 October 2013

If you think a benefit decision dated on or after 28 October 2013 is wrong, go to the Appeal a benefit decision guide.

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Published 1 February 2012
Last updated 28 October 2013 + show all updates
  1. Link to new appeals process for decisions made on or after 28 October 2013 added.

  2. First published.