8 h. ago Blue Badge users warned over £1,000 fines thanks to 'hidden' rules

The badge is designed to make it easier to park but there are rules some people are unaware of

Events

36 h. ago Motability Scheme and Blue Badge eligibility could be impacted by DWP PIP mobility review

The Department for Work and Pensions has confirmed eligibility for the mobility part of Personal Independence Payment will be reviewed

Politics

37 h. ago DWP confirms PIP review could impact Motability and Blue Badge entitlements

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has confirmed eligibility for the mobility part of Personal Independence Payment (PIP) will be reviewed alongside the daily living element, as part of the UK Government's welfare reforms

Politics

43 h. ago DWP PIP assessment changes confirmed for new and existing claimants

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has confirmed that the majority of Personal Independence Payment (PIP) assessments are being carried out over the phone

Politics

56 h. ago DWP confirms over 5,000 investigators tackling tax and benefit fraud

DWP is reviewing sample claims of State Pension, PIP and four other benefits for fraud or errors before April.

Economics

57 h. ago New DWP update on PIP assessment changes for new and existing claimants

PIP assessments can be conducted in person, by video call or over the phone.

Politics

58 h. ago New PIP reform plans could impact Blue Badge holders and people on Motability Scheme

A review of the full PIP assessment process will be completed by Autumn next year.

Politics

5 d. ago Latest DWP PIP assessment rules with most taking place over phone

The DWP has released new information

Politics

5 d. ago DWP says 70,000 more Brits claiming PIP as expert advises how best to apply

The Labour Government had attempted to cut the PIP bill by making the eligibility criteria for the daily living element tougher but was forced into a U-turn by rebelling backbench MPs

Politics

5 d. ago PIP assessment mostly done over phone as DWP releases new insights

New figures also showed thousands of PIP award reviews were completed using only the information provided on paper

Politics

6 d. ago Former DWP employee shares tips on how to protect PIP and other disability benefit payments

Essential tips for new and existing PIP, Adult Disability Payment and Attendance Allowance claimants.

Economics

7 d. ago Government responds to calls for introduction of temporary Blue Badge scheme

The Department for Transport was recently asked if those with a temporary health condition could also be entitled to parking concessions

Politics

7 d. ago Blue Badge update for people with a temporary health condition

Councils have the power to provide ‘locally determined parking concessions within their areas’.

Politics

7 d. ago DWP warning to people on State Pension, PIP or other benefits using a mobile phone

DWP is urging people to watch out for fake text messages designed to steal personal and financial data.

Events

7 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 Anthea Turner joins Queen Elizabeth and David Attenborough in receiving Gold Blue Peter badge

The television presenter, now 64, fronted Blue Peter between 1992 and 1994 and became one of its most memorable faces

Politics

8 d. ago Anthea Turner receives gold Blue Peter badge 31 years after her final episode

Turner said: ‘This is my proudest moment and I won’t forget it.’

Politics

8 d. ago DWP confirms how long people on PIP may need to wait for award review

PIP awards are typically issued for between nine months and 10 years.

Events

9 d. ago PIP assessment tips as DWP confirms most consultations conducted over the phone

PIP assessments can be conducted in-person and by phone or video call.

Economics

1 week ago DWP PIP payments could be given major increase in a matter of months

The Department for Work and Pensions has confirmed that PIP awards will be increased in line with inflation

Politics