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Labour’s welfare cuts consultation called a ‘sham’ as PIP changes not up for discussion
This is because several of the policies will not be included in the consultation, the Department for Work and Pension’s (DWP) ...
People on PIP urged to use form which could shield benefit from DWP cut
Use precise geolocation data and actively scan device characteristics for identification. This is done to store and access information on a device and to provide personalised ads and content, ad and ...
Documentary Filmmakers Reeling After Trump Administration Kills Humanities Grants “In Furtherance Of The President’s Agenda”
The Trump administration's abrupt cancellation of humanities endowment grants is devastating documentary filmmakers.
YES! Magazine2d
‘Patrice’ Captures the Fight for Marriage Equality for Disabled Couples
Disabled couples risk losing their benefits when they marry. A new documentary spotlights the fight to change that.
MP John McDonnell’s ‘shock and anger’ at benefit cuts
Suspended Labour MP, John McDonnell, talks to Access All about the distress he feels over the benefit cuts outlined in March's Spring Statement. Having had the whip removed last summer he hopes to be ...
Daily Express14d
PIP claimants could get extra benefit worth thousands ahead of DWP changes
Many people currently claiming Personal Independence Payments (PIP) worry they will not be eligible for the benefit come next November when the qualifying criteria are set to change. While the ...
Manchester Evening News14d
PIP and other DWP benefits claimants who can get free bus passes
Claimants of Personal Independence Payment (PIP) might be eligible for a complimentary disabled person's bus pass, but it's crucial to check with your local council as they set their own criteria.
The Northern Echo17d
Disability benefit cuts to PIP may cause Blue Badge changes
Liz Kendall has announced changes to Personal Independence Payment (PIP) alongside other disability and sickness benefit reforms, but the announcement has sparked fears that Blue Badge rules may ...
Daily Express21d
DWP PIP payments and protecting your benefit as changes to hit millions
Almost 3.7 million people receiving Personal Independence Payment (PIP) will experience significant changes to the disability benefits system starting from November 2026. Work and Pensions ...
Birmingham Mail22d
When new PIP rules start and what you'll have to prove to get benefit payments
It means tougher rules for getting Personal Independence Payment (PIP) and a reduction in the incapacity payment that can currently double what someone gets in Universal Credit. Article continues ...
Manchester Evening News22d
The 13 ways DWP decides whether to pay PIP disability benefit and how 'points' work
Article continues below One of the major changes announced was a change in the way people are assessed for Personal Independence Payment, known as PIP. The payment, which is not means-tested ...
Liverpool Echo22d
New DWP PIP test predicts who will qualify for benefits
With major changes set to be made to how disabled people qualify for benefits, those affected are being urged to attempt the new scoring system the government could bring in. Earlier this week ...