UK claimants must appeal benefit denials within 30 days to avoid losing payments permanently.

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) warns that benefit claimants must appeal within 30 days if their application is denied to avoid permanent loss of payments. Claimants can request a 'mandatory reconsideration' for appeals, covering benefits like Universal Credit, Personal Independence Payment, and Attendance Allowance. Extensions are possible in exceptional cases like illness. If the reconsideration fails, claimants can appeal to a tribunal.

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