The Scottish Government has launched a consultation on the mobility component of Adult Disability Payment (ADP) to give people the opportunity to share their views on the eligibility criteria, including the ‘20-metre rule’ which forms part of the mobility component. The findings will be shared with the independent review of the benefit which is due to start later this year.
ADP replaced Personal Independence Payment (PIP) for new claims last year and existing claimants are being transferred to the devolved system in stages, in a move expected to be completed by the end of 2025. ADP is similar to PIP and provides financial help for disabled adults to mitigate the additional costs of living with a disability or health condition, this includes physical or mental health conditions which have a significant, long-term impact on a person’s daily life.
People between the ages of 16 and State Pension age, who do not already receive PIP, are now able to apply for ADP - find out more about the benefit here.
