Little Arthur and Alfie, both 10 months old, share the exact same medical conditions and need the same round-the-clock care. But a government ruling has found that only Arthur was entitled to Disability Living Allowance of £76 per month.
Mum Emma Banks-Lowe, 33, said the decision had left her ‘gobsmacked’ because the boys, born just one minute apart, share exactly the same medical issues and require round-the-clock care.
Emma and her mechanic husband David, 45, of Kirkham, Lancs, said the benefits are vital for both of the boys who need daily physiotherapy, and require frequent hospital visits.
They have identical heart, lung and eye complications and they are expected to have problems walking as they grow older.
