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Universal Credit and PIP changes are 'unacceptable and unjustified' says Kirklees councillors
The first, is signed by all eight members of the Kirklees Community Alliance group. If upheld, the council would be affirming ...
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Why PIP assessments aren’t fair
The assessment process for disability benefits is not fit for purpose, especially for medical conditions where symptoms ...
Full PIP and Universal Credit rules for hospital stays to prevent payment loss
The DWP has strict rules when it comes to reporting changes in circumstances - and this includes when you're in hospital.
MP criticises DWP as she accuses them of cutting off her own son's PIP
The Department for Work and Pensions has been accused of being 'at war' with the people it is supposed to protect ...
How much people on highest PIP could see their monthly payments rise from next April
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has confirmed that Personal Independence Payment (PIP) will rise each year in line ...
PIP claimants may be able to get free driving lessons - check if you're eligible
A grant initiative from the Motability Scheme could provide free driving lessons to many individuals receiving disability ...
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DWP explains PIP rules after claimant loses award despite condition worsening
PIP is designed to help cover the extra costs that a claimant has as they live with a long-term health condition or ...
Millions on State Pension, PIP and other benefits due extra DWP payment later this year
The small cash bonus is a one-off, tax-free payment of £10 made to people in receipt of certain benefits - but not Universal ...
People with poor eyesight could be due up to £749 each month through PIP or ADP
Similar data from Social Security Scotland indicates there are now 2,010 people receiving ADP for an eye condition. An estimated 188,000 people in Scotland are affected by some form of sight loss with ...