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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Ian Jones

Pip claimants in England and Wales hits new high of nearly four million

Some 3.93 million people in England and Wales were claiming personal independence payments in January 2026 (Alamy/PA) - (Alamy/PA)

The number of people in England and Wales claiming the main disability benefit has hit a new record high of nearly four million, figures show.

Personal independence payments (Pip) are intended to help with everyday tasks and extra living costs if someone has a long-term physical or mental health condition or disability.

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