Thousands of people across Great Britain could be entitled to weekly payments of up to £187.45 for gastrointestinal conditions such as Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Coeliac disease, and hernias, according to the latest figures from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).
As of the end of April, over 36,300 individuals were claiming Personal Independence Payments (PIP) for a gastrointestinal health condition. Successful claimants receive between £29.20 and £187.45 per week, paid every four weeks, equating to between £116.80 and £749.80 per payment period.
The DWP supports more than 500 health conditions through PIP, including 25 gastrointestinal ailments. The list is not exhaustive, so those with conditions not listed are encouraged to apply. Eligibility typically requires residency in the UK for at least two of the past three years and being in the country at the time of application.
PIP is assessed based on how a condition affects daily living and mobility tasks. Payments are made every four weeks, except for terminally ill individuals who receive weekly payments. The amount depends on the severity of the condition's impact.
To make a new claim, contact the DWP via the GOV.UK website. The benefit is paid directly into a bank, building society, or credit union account.
