DWP Confirms £737 PIP Payment – 5 Health Conditions That Qualify

What is Personal Independence Payment (PIP) and Adult Disability Payment (ADP)?

In the United Kingdom, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) provides financial support to people with long-term illnesses or disabilities. In England, Wales and Northern Ireland this support is provided as Personal Independence Payment (PIP), while in Scotland it is called Adult Disability Payment (ADP).

This payment helps people who have difficulty with daily living tasks and mobility needs. Under this support, an eligible person can receive up to £737.20 over four weeks.

What is a ‘light touch review’?

The DWP offers a light touch review in some cases, which allows beneficiaries to avoid having to go through repeated assessments. This facility is for people:

• Those whose health condition is stable and will not change over a long period of time.
• Those who need a lot of support and their condition is unlikely to improve.
• Those who are reviewed around State Pension Age.
• Those who have serious illnesses and fall under the Special Rules for End of Life (SREL).
• This means that these individuals do not usually have to go through a face-to-face assessment.

Financial support from PIP and ADP

If your claim is approved, you could get support ranging from £28.70 to £184.30 per week. This could be up to a total of £737.20 over four weeks.

Condition	Total Claimants	5-Year+ Awards	% of Long-Term Awards
Visual Disease	58,685	34,692	58.7%
Musculoskeletal Disease (General)	682,391	341,434	50.8%
Neurological Disease	468,113	230,412	49.5%
Respiratory Disease	138,376	64,835	46.9%
Autoimmune Disease (Connective Tissue Disorders)	19,542	8,697	45.2%
Musculoskeletal Disease (Regional)	426,038	185,916	44.6%
Total PIP Claimants	3,660,331	1,501,215	41%

Below are some of the health conditions that can result in long-term PIP/ADP:

• Serious mental health problems (such as depression, PTSD)
• Mobility issues
• Neurological disorders (such as multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s)
• Chronic (long-term) illnesses
• Serious breathing problems (Asthma, COPD etc.)

Eligibility Criteria for PIP/ADP

If you want to apply for PIP (England, Wales, Northern Ireland) or ADP (Scotland), you must meet the following conditions:

• Have a health problem or disability that affects daily life and mobility.
• These difficulties must have lasted for at least 3 months and are likely to last for at least 9 months.
• Have lived in the UK for at least two of the last three years and be present in the UK when you apply.

You may be eligible if you have difficulty with the following activities:

• Preparing and eating food
• Bathing, dressing and physical care
• Reading, speaking or understanding information
• Managing medicines or treatment
• Managing money and making financial decisions
• Difficulty socialising and going out
• Difficulty walking or needing a wheelchair

If you have a serious illness, Special Rules for End of Life (SREL) may apply to you, which can help you get help faster. Visit the GOV.UK website for more information.

How do you receive PIP and ADP payments?

• Payments are usually transferred to your bank account once every four weeks.
• If you are seriously ill, this payment can be made every week.

PIP and ADP rates for 2024/25:

Daily Living Component
▪️ Standard rate: £72.65 per week
▪️ Enhanced rate: £108.55 per week

Mobility Component
▪️ Standard rate: £28.70 per week
▪️ Enhanced rate: £75.75 per week

How is a PIP assessment carried out?

After your application, the DWP will decide what type of assessment you will have. The assessment can be carried out in the following ways:

• Face-to-face consultation
• Video call
• Telephone interview
• Paper-based review

For ADP in Scotland: A face-to-face assessment is not required, but you can request one if you wish.

How to apply for PIP/ADP?

• Apply for PIP (England, Wales, Northern Ireland)

You can contact the DWP by visiting the GOV.UK website.

Before applying, have these details:

• Contact Details
• Date of Birth
• National Insurance Number
• Bank Account Details
• Doctor/healthcare provider details
• Details of time spent abroad, hospital or care home stays

Apply for ADP (Scotland)

You can apply in the following ways:

• Online: mygov.scot
• By phone: Social Security Scotland (0800 182 2222)
• Apply by post or in person

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