DWP confirms PIP increase to £194.60 weekly
DWP announces 3.8% PIP increase from April 2026, with claimants receiving up to £194.60 weekly. Learn eligibility criteria and how to apply for Personal Independence Payment.
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Carer 'petrified' by Motability budget changes
A full-time carer mum fears losing her essential vehicle after the Motability scheme reform. She says the budget is 'going after the most vulnerable'. Read her story.
PIP recipients warned about new EV mileage tax
Disabled drivers on PIP will pay new electric vehicle mileage charge despite existing exemptions. Learn how the 2028 tax change affects you.
Mobility Scooter Parking: 5 Illegal Spots to Avoid
Mobility scooter users across the UK risk fines for illegal parking. Expert reveals 5 prohibited locations and essential rules to stay safe and legal.
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DWP's £442 payments for 48 health conditions
The DWP is providing tax-free payments of up to £442 to people with 48 different health conditions. Discover if you qualify and how to claim this vital support.
Disabled families 'forgotten' in Budget, mum reveals
A mother of two autistic sons shares her anxiety after the Budget offered little for disabled families facing rising costs and potential benefit cuts. Read her story.
Luxury cars removed from Motability Scheme
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces removal of luxury car brands from the Motability Scheme from December 1. Find out which models are affected and what it means for disabled motorists.
Celebrity Traitors' Ruth Codd has second leg amputated
Actress Ruth Codd, 29, reveals she has undergone a second below-knee amputation. The Netflix star shared her news with characteristic humour on TikTok. Read her inspiring story.
Charities warn Chancellor over disability vehicle cuts
Over 40 disability charities urge Rachel Reeves to protect the Motability scheme from £1bn tax break cuts, warning of dire consequences for disabled people's mobility.
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25 PIP Motability cars removed in DWP overhaul
Chancellor Rachel Reeves scraps £300m in tax breaks for the Motability scheme, removing 25 luxury models. Full list of affected cars revealed.
DWP claimants report better treatment under Scottish system
A claimant's experience reveals stark contrast between DWP's PIP and Scotland's ADP, highlighting a more humane, conversational assessment process. Discover the difference.
Luxury cars axed from PIP Motability scheme
BMW, Mercedes, and Audi are immediately removed from the DWP's PIP Motability Scheme. Discover the full list of changes and how it impacts UK manufacturing.
DWP scraps luxury cars from Motability Scheme
The DWP has immediately removed luxury car brands from the Motability Scheme, shifting focus to UK manufacturers. Learn how this PIP change affects you.
DWP payment delays costing claimants their jobs
Severe DWP payment delays for the Access to Work scheme are causing disabled benefit claimants to lose their jobs. Read the full investigation and expert warnings.
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PIP payments to rise 3.8% in 2026
DWP confirms 3.8% PIP increase for 3.8 million claimants from April 2026. Major Timms Review into disability benefit reform launched, co-produced with disabled people.
DWP told to change PIP after claimants 'leave' work
New DWP figures reveal for every disabled person entering work, another leaves. Experts warn against benefit cuts and call for flexible work reforms. Read the full analysis.
First Ever PIP Review Led by Disabled People
The DWP has announced the first full review of Personal Independence Payment, co-chaired by disabled experts. Find out how this historic change puts lived experience at the forefront.
Tax-Free Allowance Rises £3,130 for Blind People
HMRC increases the Blind Person's Allowance to £3,130, lifting the total tax-free personal allowance to £15,700. Discover if you're eligible and how to claim.
Scottish families set for £503 DWP winter payments
Eligible Scottish households receiving certain DWP benefits could receive Child Winter Heating Payments up to £503. Discover if your family qualifies for this vital support.
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Universal Credit disability payments cut for new claimants
New Universal Credit rules will slash disability top-up payments by nearly 50% for new claimants from April 2026, creating a two-tier system. Critics call the changes 'unfair' and 'poorly designed'. Learn how this affects you.
TUI Ambassadors & BSL GCSE Boost UK Accessibility
Hannah Cheetham, a TUI Accessibility Ambassador with cerebral palsy, shares vital travel tips. Plus, a landmark step for British Sign Language as it moves closer to a GCSE qualification.
DWP confirms 3.8% PIP increase for 2026/27
Over 3.8 million PIP claimants will see a 3.8% payment boost from April 2026. Discover the new forecasted weekly rates and how they impact your budget.
Wheelchair user's fall prompts pavement parking ban demand
A disabled Birmingham mother demands pavement parking ban after falling from wheelchair into road during school run. Join the campaign for safer streets.
DWP: No Motability Scheme eligibility changes until 2026
The DWP has ruled out changes to PIP mobility component eligibility for the Motability Scheme until an Autumn 2026 review. Read the latest government update.
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DWP confirms PIP assessment audio recording choice
The DWP has confirmed PIP claimants can currently choose to have assessments audio recorded. Discover how this impacts the disability benefit process and what it means for you.
DWP confirms PIP assessment recording is opt-in
The DWP has clarified that PIP claimants must currently opt-in to have assessments recorded, but plans to switch to automatic recording with opt-out options in future reforms.
Dunelm's £10 gadget aids customers with disabilities
Dunelm's £10 electric can opener is transforming kitchens, offering vital help for those with arthritis and mobility issues. Discover this 3-in-1 kitchen saviour.
Eligible for a £174 TV Licence Refund?
UK households could be eligible for a £174.50 TV Licence refund or discount. Find out if you qualify for a concession and how to claim your money back.
DWP: No PIP Mobility Changes Before Review
The DWP confirms PIP mobility element changes are on hold pending the Timms Review, which will be co-produced with disabled people. Get the latest updates.
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Alton Towers crash survivor's life after amputation
Leah Washington-Pugh reflects on losing her leg in The Smiler crash ten years ago and now volunteers to support fellow amputees at a new NHS rehabilitation centre.
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