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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A DWP survey reveals 1 in 3 Disability Confident employers hired zero disabled people, sparking outrage from disability rights advocates and Labour officials.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The government has revealed the complete list of 22 medical conditions that grant automatic eligibility for a Blue Badge parking permit, including details on qualifications and strict usage rules.
TV presenter Eamonn Holmes opens up about his severe mobility issues, requiring carers throughout the day and using a wheelchair due to chronic pain and injuries.
A legally blind journalist reveals her Access to Work support has been slashed by 80%, with no official policy change announced, raising concerns about secret cuts forcing disabled people out of employment.
A Birmingham benefit claimant with multiple health conditions has been awarded over £6,000 in PIP back pay following a paper-based assessment process, avoiding the need for an in-person evaluation.
Personal Independence Payment recipients will see a £28 monthly boost from April, with weekly rates rising to £194.60 as part of annual inflation-linked benefit adjustments.
The Department for Work and Pensions is conducting a review of the PIP mobility component, with Minister Sir Stephen Timms confirming publication before 2027. Thousands of claimants are advised to stay informed about potential changes to the benefits syst
The Department for Work and Pensions is issuing £187 Personal Independence Payment installments to claimants with specific conditions. Latest statistics reveal 3.9 million people currently receiving PIP across England and Wales.
Focus, a Birmingham charity in Harborne, provides vital support and activities for people with disabilities, sight loss, and complex needs, enhancing their daily lives and social connections.