A review of Personal Independence Payment (PIP) claims made by those who are deaf or hearing impaired is currently being conducted by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).
It follows a ruling by the Upper Tribunal that has led to changes regarding how the DWP considers whether claimants can wash or bathe safely as part of their PIP assessment.
If a deaf or hearing impaired individual is unable to hear a standard fire alarm whilst washing or bathing, the DWP will now investigate whether a visual alarm or supervision is required.
