14 h. ago The Guardian view on Labour’s welfare rebellion: Starmer must learn from his mistakes | Editorial

A poorly devised cuts policy was mis-sold as reform and MPs were dismissed when they pointed out the problemA clash between the government and Labour MPs over disability benefits was foreseeable long before this week’s Commons rebellion. That doesn’t mean a crisis was inevitable. Compromise might have been reached before the 11th-hour climbdown that averted a defeat in parliament.The conflagration that burned a lot of Sir Keir Starmer’s authority was all the greater because trust had broken down. The twin causes were failure of political judgment in Downing Street and bad policy. The prime minister underestimated the potency of MPs’ objections to the withdrawal of personal independence payment (Pip) from disabled people, and overestimated the capacity of his whips to bully and cajole his party into accepting the changes.Do you have an opinion on the issues raised in this article? If you would like to submit a response of up to 300 words by email to...

Politics

21 h. ago New Motability Scheme update for people on PIP, ADP and other disability benefits

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

Politics

39 h. ago Disability Rebellion says welfare bill will 'strip people of their independence'

Protest forum and organisation, Disability Rebellion, calls out Prime Minister Keir Starmer for PIP cuts that will strip people of their independence, wages and strand them in their homes.

Economics

43 h. 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

46 h. ago New Blue Badge and concession travel card update for people on PIP

Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall confirmed changes to the proposed welfare reform Bill on Monday.

Transport

46 h. ago People suffering from acne, obesity and writer's cramp getting almost £10,000 a year in disability benefits as Keir Starmer tries to push through cuts

The number of people receiving the enhanced mobility personal independence payments (PIP) has shot up from 734,136 in January 2019 to 1.75 million people in April this year.

Economics

47 h. ago DWP update for people on PIP due award review after new reforms start next year

Reporting a change in circumstances or nearing the end of the current award will trigger a DWP reassessment.

Events

2 d. ago PIP assessment tips for people due a consultation over the phone, in

DWP plans to increase the number of face-to-face assessments, but will still offer alternative consultation methods.

Politics

3 d. ago Disabled people ‘could face extra costs of £15k a year by end of the decade’ as welfare vote looms

Government ‘must change course’ on ‘catastrophic’ welfare cuts, disability charity urges

Economics

3 d. ago Welcome to the PIP capital of the UK where one in THREE people claim the benefit

A park in the south is an unlikely home to Britain's highest level of disability benefits claimants.

Politics

5 d. ago PIP process causes 'huge anxiety' as DWP decisions are 'overturned'

An MP said people with certain health conditions find the PIP system very stressful, with Labour now responding to concerns about the 'extreme anxiety' some have faced

Politics

6 d. ago DWP explains PIP appeals process as 8,900 claimants await decision

PIP provides support for people who live with a long-term health condition or disability

Politics

6 d. ago DWP could stop £441 payment if you don't report these changes

Attendance Allowance is just one of many welfare payments that can be stopped by the DWP if a claimant fails to report a change of circumstance

Economics

6 d. ago Health expert warns PIP cuts could affect people with three 'invisible' conditions

The eligibility rules for PIP (Personal Independence Payment) are tightening from next year

Events

7 d. ago The Greater Manchester streets where more people claim PIP than anywhere else

The number of claimants in England and Wales has risen by 77 per cent since 2019

Politics

8 d. ago Keir Starmer facing defeat over welfare reforms as more than 100 Labour MPs rebel

Sir Keir Starmer is facing the largest rebellion yet over the Government's welfare reforms but says it's necessary as there are 1,000 people per day going onto personal independence payments (PIP)

Politics

9 d. ago DWP cuts 'fair path' Liz Kendall says as one in 10 lose PIP worth £4,500

There are 1.3 million people currently receiving PIP daily living payments who would not meet the new criteria

Economics

9 d. ago DWP confirms 700,000 people ‘will not be affected’ by PIP reforms

Nearly 700,000 people over the State Pension age currently claim PIP - but they are not likely to be affected by reforms, according to a government minister

Politics

9 d. ago Welfare reforms will lead to ‘appalling poverty’ – Labour MP

Andy McDonald asked for further evidence on how many people will lose out on Personal Independence Payments (Pip) as a result of welfare reforms.

Politics

9 d. ago Older people making a new claim for PIP could boost income to up to £1,670 each month

In most cases, people nearing State Pension age making a new claim for PIP are given a 10-year award.

Economics