First: don’t panic. Panicking is for when you drop your toast jam-side down, not for when a government algorithm throws a tantrum. Instead, get a pen, a cup of tea, and your strongest glasses because you’re about to read a lot of boring text.
You need to request a “Mandatory Reconsideration.” That’s just a fancy way of saying, “Hey, I think you’re wrong, and here’s why.” Write a letter. Be polite but firm. Imagine you’re explaining to a very stubborn toddler why they can’t eat crayons.
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Here’s a wild fact: the DWP’s overpayment recovery system is so old, it’s rumored to have a “quill pen” option. Seriously, their computer system was built when dial-up internet was a miracle. If you hear a faint dial-up screech when you call them, that’s normal.
If you win your case, you might get a form that says, “No recovery required.” Frame that thing. Sell tickets to look at it. It’s rarer than a unicorn riding a unicycle.
