Tag: Disability Benefits
DWP PIP benefits claimants given mandatory reconsideration update as wait times drop
Thousands of people have been awarded PIP after requesting a mandatory reconsideration in the last five years …
DWP PIP assessment process ‘under review’ as MPs demand ‘unacceptable’ changes
The DWP has acknowledged that the process for obtaining PIP is “being kept under review” but campaigners say the current approach is “unacceptable” …
Universal Credit PIP claimants could boost monthly income by £1,130 if eligible for help
The DWP has confirmed that 7.0 million people in England, Scotland, and Wales were receiving financial support through Universal Credit by the end of September …
Expert warns benefit changes is ‘ripping billions away from disabled people’
Campaigners have warned that the Autumn Budget will ‘spell disaster’ for disabled people if the government does not act soon …
DWP’s new system for benefits and pensions sees delay as some in hospital face penalties
The Government has confirmed that it is developing a new ‘digital channel’ which will allow people on benefits and the State Pension to report a change …
More people could get £150 Warm Home Discount under new plan
Warm Home Discount is aimed at supporting those on the lowest incomes and living in properties that are considered “relatively high cost to heat” and could be extended …
Labour DWP change ‘could see 450,000 benefit claimants lose almost £5,000 a year’
The change would make it more difficult for disabled Brits to qualify for the higher amount of disability benefit, which is worth £416 a month …
DWP PIP claimants who are most likely to get ongoing payments worth up to £737
The latest DWP figures show more than 1.5 million people have been given a PIP award for five years or longer. …
DWP announces major change to key benefit worth £5k – affecting 325k claimants
Jobcentre managers are set to take on a larger role in deciding Personal Independence Payment claims. …
DWP reveals 3.6 million claimants receive PIP; Guide to accessing up to £737 per month
The Department for Work and Pensions has shared the most recent figures on Personal Independence Payment and how the financial support has been distributed …
