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Originally Posted by Osem
Just get the letter done and send it special delivery then ring to check they've got it. I can understand how you're feeling but nobody's appeal is going to be rejected down to an argument over a couple of days here/there when everyone knows how slowly DSS stuff takes to be sent out and delivered. You should cover yourself by contacting them ASAP and explaining when you received the letter to buy yourself a bit more time if you need it.
https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/be...consideration/ |
In my experience the letter must be received by the DWP within the specified time period. Common sense, decency or empathy don't come into it.
If it is not, this would require a second appeal.