Written Question·Department for Work and Pensions·UIN 17596
Social Security Benefits: Appeals
Tabled: 9 July 2026
Answered: 16 July 2026
Question
Mr Lee Dillon
Liberal Democrat — Newbury
To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what processes are in place to ensure refunds are made promptly where deductions have been taken in error following a tribunal decision.
Answer
Andrew WesternWhen a tribunal decision changes a claimant’s benefit entitlement, the decision is implemented through established DWP processes. Where this results in an award overpayment or underpayment, the revised liability is calculated and where appropriate, the re...
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