The Latest Breaking News from Disability

DWP issues warning ahead of £150 cost of living payments this month

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) will be giving out the £150 disability cost of living payment between June 20 and July 4 this year

Daily Mirror · Jun 12, 2023

People making new claim for PIP or ADP can do one thing to improve chances of successful award

A successful claim for PIP or ADP is worth between £26.90 and £172.75 each week.

Daily Record · Jun 12, 2023

DWP £150 cost of living payment to be paid to millions of people within days

The one-off payment will be made automatically by the DWP to six million benefit claimants

Chronicle Live · Jun 11, 2023

PIP assessment top tips for people due a consultation over the phone, in-person or by video call

A successful claim for PIP or Adult Disability Payment is worth between £26.90 and £172.75 each week.

Daily Record · Jun 10, 2023

DWP 'everyday items' could be considered an aid or appliance in PIP assessment

There is no set or defined list for recognised disability aids or appliances

Bristol Post · Jun 9, 2023

DWP says ‘everyday objects’ could be considered as an aid or appliance during PIP assessment

The PIP assessment is points-based and your 'score' determines the level of award you will be paid.

Daily Record · Jun 9, 2023

Closure of Glenrothes 'disability safe haven' leaves special needs kids nowhere to go

The sudden closure of Xtreme Trampoline Park in Glenrothes has left parents of children with special needs and disabilities with no other options…

The National (Scotland) · Jun 9, 2023

PIP provides up to £691 each month for thousands of people with these 24 respiratory conditions

More than 136,700 people are receiving PIP or Adult Disability Payments for conditions including severe asthma and pneumonia.

Daily Record · Jun 9, 2023

Older people with any of these 57 health issues could be due up to £101 each week

More than 1.4million older people are receiving extra financial help through Attendance Allowance from the DWP.

Daily Record · Jun 9, 2023

DWP: What illnesses and health conditions qualify for PIP?

Personal Independence Payment (PIP) is a benefit that can help people with extra living costs

Liverpool Echo · Jun 8, 2023