People with disabilities in East Renfrewshire wrongly denied benefits
Figures obtained under freedom of information, show 310 people in East Renfrewshire originally refused PIP have successfully challenged assessments.
There have been 460 appeals, meaning 65 per cent were initially denied benefits they were entitled to.
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PIP has been rolled out to replace Living Allowance (DLA) as the main benefit for disabled or ill people.
To receive this benefit, claimants have to undergo controversial assessments, conducted by private companies on behalf of the Department for Work and Pensions.