Everything you need to know about Personal Independence Payment (PIP) from the DWP. Discover eligibility criteria, payment rates, assessment types and how to make a successful claim for this vital financial support.
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Scottish Tory leader Douglas Ross launches a scathing attack on First Minister John Swinney, accusing him of evading accountability on key government policies and failing the Scottish people in a fiery First Minister's Questions session.
Exclusive: The DWP is quietly changing how it handles PIP reviews for certain claimants. Discover if you qualify for the new 'light touch' assessment process and what it means for your payments.
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Major changes to the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) system are coming. This guide explains the new assessment rules, what they mean for current and future claimants, and how your payments could be affected.
Exclusive: Major reforms to Personal Independence Payment could see disabled claimants reassessed under stricter criteria as DWP considers replacing PIP with vouchers and one-off grants.
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The Department for Work and Pensions has announced the detailed timeline for its radical reform of Personal Independence Payment, moving away from cash payments to a new system of tailored support.
In a landmark move, the DWP has overhauled the Personal Independence Payment system, adding 178 health conditions to a fast-tracked 'light touch' review list. This major reform promises to slash waiting times and reduce assessment burdens for thousands of
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Exclusive: The DWP has announced a major overhaul of the PIP assessment process, aiming to reduce face-to-face evaluations. Here's how it could affect millions of claimants across the UK.
Former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon faces a torrent of criticism for a cringe-worthy Robert Burns recital, exposing a profound lack of self-awareness amid Scotland's ongoing political struggles.
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First Minister John Swinney delivered a blistering, Braveheart-inspired retort to Scottish Tory leader Douglas Ross during a heated First Minister's Questions, defending the SNP's record and accusing opponents of 'gutter politics'.
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