Hundreds of thousands of people across the UK could be missing out on vital financial support from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) without even realising it.
Are You Eligible for PIP?
Personal Independence Payment (PIP) is a benefit designed to help individuals with long-term health conditions or disabilities manage daily living and mobility costs. Yet, many who qualify may not be claiming it.
Who Can Claim?
PIP is available to those aged 16 to State Pension age who have:
- A physical or mental health condition
- Difficulty with daily tasks or mobility
- Experienced these challenges for at least three months and expect them to last another nine
How Much Could You Get?
Payments vary depending on needs:
- Daily living component: £68.10 (standard rate) or £101.75 (enhanced rate) per week
- Mobility component: £26.90 (standard rate) or £71.00 (enhanced rate) per week
Why Are People Missing Out?
Many assume they won’t qualify or find the application process daunting. Others may not realise their condition counts as a disability under DWP rules.
How to Apply
Claims can be started by:
- Calling the DWP PIP claim line
- Downloading and posting a PIP1 form
- Requesting a form via post if unable to call
Don’t delay – if eligible, you could be owed backdated payments.
