New Rules for Disability Benefits When Moving to Scotland
People receiving Attendance Allowance, PIP, or DLA must now make new claims through Social Security Scotland if relocating permanently to Scotland, as automatic transfers have ended.
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PIP Payments Rise for Millions of DWP Claimants
Millions of Personal Independence Payment claimants are receiving higher benefits this week, with weekly rates increasing to £194.60 as part of annual inflation adjustments.
BBC TV Licence Cut to £90 for Blind UK Households
BBC TV Licensing announces a 50% discount, reducing the annual fee from £180 to £90 for households with a registered blind member, subject to proof of severe sight impairment.
DWP Urges PIP Claimants to Provide Evidence in Major Review
The Department for Work and Pensions has launched a Call for Evidence as part of the Timms Review to assess the Personal Independence Payment system. The Labour government aims to ensure PIP remains fair and effective in modern society.
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Deafblind UK Chair Awarded OBE for Services to Community
Robert Nolan, chair of Deafblind UK, has been presented with an OBE by the Princess Royal at Windsor Castle for his decades of advocacy and fundraising for deafblind people. The award highlights his personal contributions and the often-overlooked deafblin
DWP Rule Change Forces PIP Claimants to Stay Home
A new DWP rule change for the Motability Scheme, effective July 1, will reduce mileage allowances and increase excess charges, potentially forcing disabled individuals, including a teacher, to remain home and unable to work.
Bristol Charity Gets £1m for Disabled Kids' Leisure Centre
Gympanzees receives nearly £1 million from the National Lottery to build Britain's first fully accessible leisure centre for disabled children near Bristol, aiming to open later this year.
DWP Warns of 37-Week Delays for Disability Benefits
The Department for Work and Pensions has issued a stark warning about 37-week delays for Access to Work benefit decisions, citing significant backlogs and inefficient systems as key causes.
Motability Scheme Changes: VAT, Mileage, Tire Rules from July 2026
The DWP Motability Scheme will implement significant changes starting July 1, 2026, including VAT and Insurance Premium Tax on leases, revised mileage allowances, and updated tire replacement policies for new applications.
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178 Medical Conditions for £194 Weekly PIP from April
The Department for Work and Pensions has released a comprehensive list of 178 medical conditions that could qualify individuals for a weekly Personal Independence Payment of up to £194.60, with increased rates taking effect from April.
PIP Payments Increase from Monday: DWP Implements Changes
Personal Independence Payment (PIP) rates will rise from Monday, with maximum annual increases of £364. The DWP's annual adjustment aligns with inflation, affecting millions of disability benefit claimants across the UK.
21 NHS Conditions Eligible for DWP PIP Benefits
The Department for Work and Pensions has revealed the most common health conditions for PIP claims, with psychiatric disorders leading at 37% of 3.7 million recipients nationwide.
£800k Study to Tackle Bullying Against Disabled NHS Doctors
A new £800,000 investigation aims to address bullying, discrimination, and career barriers for disabled doctors in the NHS, with findings to shape an action plan for equity.
PIP Claimants Face £400 Motability Bill Hike
Disability benefit recipients using the Motability car leasing scheme will see advance payments rise by up to £400 due to new DWP tax rules effective July 1, 2026.
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New Motability Scheme Rules from DWP Start July 2026
The Department for Work and Pensions has revealed significant changes to the Motability Scheme starting July 1, 2026, including VAT and IPT application to leases, potentially increasing costs for disabled claimants.
Autism Alert Card Usage Surpasses 5,500 in Thames Valley
Autism Berkshire reports over 5,500 autistic people now carry the Thames Valley Autism Alert Card, with plans to expand during Autism Acceptance Week 2026. The free card aids in emergencies and daily interactions across Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfords
Wheelchair Dance Transforms Birmingham Woman's Life
A Birmingham charity has helped Vicky Lilly discover wheelchair dance, boosting her confidence and independence. She won gold at a dance championship and now lives life on her terms.
Liverpool Disability Newspaper Returns Amid Funding Challenges
The All Together NOW! charity newspaper returns with its Spring issue, serving the digitally excluded in Liverpool. Meanwhile, RNID launches a survey on public transport accessibility for deaf people.
DWP Prioritizes £200 Weekly Bonus for Some Claimants
The Department for Work and Pensions is prioritizing Access to Work scheme payments, worth up to £200 weekly, for claimants starting jobs within four weeks or with urgent needs.
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DWP Offers £200 Weekly for PIP Conditions with Wait
The Department for Work and Pensions is set to offer £4,000 in annual support through the Access to Work scheme for individuals with specific PIP conditions, though delays are expected due to increased claims.
DWP to Replace 30-Year-Old Benefits System Imminently
The Department for Work and Pensions is replacing its 30-year-old Access to Work IT system with a modern platform starting in June, aiming to reduce processing delays and improve efficiency for disabled claimants.
DWP Disability Scheme Called 'Bad Joke' in Survey Backlash
A DWP survey reveals 1 in 3 Disability Confident employers hired zero disabled people, sparking outrage from disability rights advocates and Labour officials.
DWP Error Leaves Disabled Woman £200 Monthly Short
Sabena Khan, 47, from Stockport, lost her Universal Credit after DWP incorrectly classified carer payments as savings, plunging her into debt and mental health crisis.
PIP Payments to Rise from April 6, DWP Confirms
The Department for Work and Pensions has confirmed a significant increase in Personal Independence Payment rates starting April 6, providing claimants with up to £371 more annually to help with living costs.
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Woman Wins 10-Year DWP Battle After BBC Show
Helen Derici, 61, was wrongly stripped of disability benefits for a decade after the DWP saw her on a BBC documentary. She has now won her case, highlighting issues with invisible disabilities.
Learning Disability Respite Service Moves to New Middlesbrough Home
A vital learning disability respite service in Middlesbrough has secured its long-term future by relocating to modern premises at Levick Court, ensuring continued support for around 70 families and carers.
PIP Payments to Rise £778 Monthly, But Not for All Claimants
The Department for Work and Pensions has confirmed an increase in Personal Independence Payment rates from April, with the maximum monthly amount rising to £778. However, actual payments depend on individual circumstances and component levels.
Teenager's Freedom Boosted by Powered Wheelchair Donation
Seleste Naqvi, a 19-year-old from Chaddesden with Spina Bifida, has achieved greater independence through a powered wheelchair funded by the Children Today Charitable Trust, enhancing her mobility and safety.
DWP Cuts £50k Support for Disabled Workers with 17 Days' Notice
A disabled claimant criticizes DWP Access to Work changes after her funding was reduced by £50,000 with minimal notice, highlighting a pattern of cuts affecting disabled professionals.
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PIP Claimants Await Autumn Review on Benefit Reforms
Personal Independence Payment claimants will learn the fate of proposed reforms in autumn 2026 following a government compromise. An independent review, led by Minister Stephen Timms, will examine the benefit's future with input from disability groups.
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