DWP PIP claimants could see benefit rise by up to £622 in some cases

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has released new data showing that over 3.6 million adults across Great Britain, are currently claiming Personal Independence Payment (PIP).

PIP aims to assist individuals with disabilities, long-term illnesses, or physical or mental health conditions by covering additional daily living or mobility expenses. A successful claim for PIP can currently yield between £28.70 and £184.30 per week, which is paid every four weeks, translating to a range of £114.80 to £737.20.

The significant variation in payments stems from the different combinations of daily living and mobility component rates that a claimant could be awarded. For instance, a person could receive the highest rate for both components, resulting in the maximum £737.20 every four-week pay period, or the standard rate for both, amounting to £405.40, reports the Daily Record.

However, many individuals not receiving the maximum PIP may not realise that if their condition has worsened and they require more support with daily living or mobility, or both, they might be eligible for an increase in monthly payments by up to £622.40. Upgrading payments from the standard to the higher rate could potentially boost annual income by as much as £8,091, based on the current 2024.25 rates.

To put this into context, the calculation is based on a hypothetical scenario. Consider a person who currently receives the standard mobility component rate of £28.70 per week, amounting to £114.80 every 4 weeks.

Upon reporting a change in their situation, undergoing a review, and subsequently being awarded both the enhanced daily living and mobility components, their new total would be £737.20. By comparison, let's consider a person currently