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Daily Mirror
Daily Mirror
Politics
Dan Bloom

DWP says it has 'no plans' to means-test PIP disability benefit claimed by 3million Brits

There are “no plans” to restrict a vital disability benefit to only the poorest Brits, the DWP has finally confirmed.

Minister for Disabled People Tom Pursglove attempted to close down speculation over Personal Independence Payment (PIP), which is claimed by 3million Brits.

Currently the benefit pays up to £156.90 a week to any claimant, rich or poor, who can show they need help with the costs of being disabled.

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