Checks on millions of claimants for sickness benefits have become more lax under Labour, new figures obtained by The ...
Both assessments have long been criticised by disability rights campaigners as difficult and inconsistent processes.
A number of changes affecting disability benefit PIP are expected in 2026. The government failed to garner the support to make cuts to the personal independence payment (PIP) benefit this summer, ...
PIP payments are currently worth between £29.20 and £187.45 each week, some £116.80 or £749.80 every four-week pay period.
The government has commissioned the Timms review into PIP because ministers say they need to check whether PIP is still fair, ...
Upon reaching State Pension age, individuals can no longer submit new claims for PIP, Disability Living Allowance (DLA) or ...
People with MS – a progressive condition that affects the brain and spinal cord where symptoms get worse over time – told The ...
The immediate action is now centred on universal credit, with confirmed changes from April 2026. By contrast, Personal ...
DWP guidance states: "We are committed to concluding the Review by Autumn 2026. The Review will report to the Secretary of ...
More than 45 per cent of all 3.9 million PIP claimants have an award for five years or longer.
Changes to PIP eligibility are on hold until a comprehensive review of the benefit has been completed.
Group will soon meet with Minister for Social Security and Disability Sir Stephen Timms for the first time ...