UK disabled people could swap Pip cash for ‘in kind’ support in benefit overhaul
Summary
The UK government is considering changing the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) for disabled people so that some could receive support like equipment or training instead of only cash. A committee of experts, mostly disabled people, suggested this change to improve support and help disabled people live more independently.Key Facts
- PIP currently gives disabled people cash payments between £30.30 and £194.60 weekly.
- New proposals suggest claimants could swap some cash for specialist equipment, services, or training.
- PIP would still be non-means-tested, meaning it is not based on income.
- The committee wants to speed up claims for people with terminal illnesses and reduce reassessments for those with lifelong conditions.
- They suggest reviewing rules that stop PIP after 28 days in hospital, which some find stressful.
- The review came after public backlash stopped planned government cuts to disability benefits in 2025.
- Nearly 4 million people in England and Wales claim PIP to help cover extra costs related to disability.
- The committee will test the recommendations with disabled people around the UK before finalizing them.
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