90 m. ago Experts say rise in PIP claims due to UK Government welfare cuts

More than 3.8 million people are currently claiming PIP, which is worth up to £749 per month.

Politics

6 h. ago People on PIP must report certain changes to DWP or monthly payments could stop

PIP claimants may also have to pay a penalty if they give the DWP wrong information.

Politics

25 h. ago DWP confirms list of new measures to cut fraud and error in benefits system

A new public consultation on Codes of Practice for new measures including Eligibility Verification is open until the end of February.

Politics

47 h. ago New Motability Scheme update for people on PIP or other disability benefits due next month

Around 815,000 people across the UK are now leasing a vehicle or equipment through the Motability Scheme.

Politics

68 h. ago People on PIP may be able to boost monthly payments by up to £633

If the impact of your condition has changed you may be eligible for extra financial help.

Economics

3 d. ago People on PIP never need to report any of these changes to the DWP

Not every change in circumstances will affect your entitlement to PIP or see payments paused.

Politics

8 d. ago DWP gains new powers to take money directly from bank accounts

Banks risk a fine if they do not share information with government agents when asked

Economics

8 d. ago People on highest PIP will see payments rise to nearly £779 each month from April

PIP will be worth between £30.30 and £194.60 every week during the 2026/27 financial year.

Economics

8 d. ago New payment rate delay for people on State Pension, PIP, Universal Credit and other benefits

The annual DWP uprating will be applied at the start of the new financial year on April 6.

Economics

9 d. ago New DWP steps to stop people fraudulently claiming PIP worth up to £749 every month

DWP said £330 million was lost to fraud and error within the PIP system last year.

Economics

9 d. ago DWP given new powers to tackle benefit fraud and take money directly from bank accounts

The Act is expected to save £1.5 billion by 2029/2030 as certified by the Office for Budget Responsibility.

Economics

9 d. ago DWP update over '£230 payments for people on PIP and Universal Credit'

Payment rates for benefits are increased in April

Economics

1 week ago Christmas payment changes for people on State Pension, PIP, Universal Credit and other benefits

Full list of DWP, HMRC and Social Security Scotland payment date changes during the festive fortnight.

Economics

1 week ago OBR chief resigns after report blames leadership for Budget blunder

A damning report into last week’s Budget leak said the error was the worst failure in the OBR’s 15-year history

Politics

1 week ago OBR report says Budget leak error also led to early Spring Statement access

Probe labels premature publication ‘worst failure’ in fiscal watchdog’s 15-year history

Politics

1 week ago New PIP reforms could impact Blue Badge holders or people on Motability Scheme

A review of the full PIP assessment process for the daily living and mobility components will be completed by Autumn next year.

Politics

1 week ago New Motability Scheme update for people on PIP or other disability benefits

Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced changes to the Motability Scheme during the Autumn Budget.

Politics

1 week ago OBR chief in firing line for Budget leak: Reeves will not rule out sacking boss of watchdog that exposed Labour spin

The Chancellor will receive a report tomorrow on the 'serious' error that saw the Office for Budget Responsibility publish its crucial verdict on the Budget before giving her speech on Wednesday.

Economics

2 w. ago Why are certain cars being removed from the Motability scheme?

The programme leases cars to people on with mobility problems through Personal Independence Payments (PIP)

Politics

2 w. ago Top five PIP health conditions providing people with up to £749 every month

PIP and Adult Disability Payment are providing financial support for 4.3 million people across Great Britain.

Economics