The data indicates that at the end of July, some 1,501,215 people have an ongoing award for a disability, long-term illness, or physical or mental health condition
More than 1.5 million people claiming Personal Independence Payment have been granted an award for five years or more, new data shows. Figures from the Department for Work and Pensions reveals that this amounts to 42.4% of all 3.6 million Personal Independence Payment claimants.
For those considering applying for PIP, it's crucial to understand that the duration of awards can vary significantly, ranging from nine months to a decade, although DWP records only detail awards of 'five years or longer'. The 2024 edition of the PIP Handbook clarifies that the decision maker will determine the PIP award based on how the claimant's health condition or disability affects their everyday life and independence.
Ongoing awards with a ‘light touch’ review A ‘light touch’ review is typically awarded to claimants who have: Who might be eligible for PIP or ADP? To be eligible for PIP you must have a health condition or disability where you have had difficulties with daily living or getting around for 3 months and expect these difficulties to continue for at least 9 months.
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