DWP PIP payments for retired people giving up to £737 every four weeks

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has released the latest figures, revealing that over 3.5 million individuals across Great Britain are now claiming Personal Independence Payment (PIP). Additionally, close to 568,000 people who are above the State Pension age are receiving this disability benefit.

In the ongoing financial year, thousands of claimants over the State Pension age in Scotland, England, and Wales will be supported with payments ranging from £114.80 to £737.20 every four weeks. A significant update to PIP guidance in 2019 may not be widely known among those over 56 and approaching State Pension age.

The updated guidance indicates that "claimants whose review would have taken place when they were of State Pension age means that they are now generally awarded ongoing awards".

The determination of award types and the scheduling of review periods are tailored to each individual, considering their specific needs and the potential for changes in their condition. Factors such as upcoming treatments or therapies, or the process of learning to manage a condition, are taken into account, reports the Daily Record.

Guidance from DWP states:

The full, New State Pension is currently valued at £221.20 per week (£884.80 every 4-week pay period), while the Basic State Pension can be up to £169.50 (£678 every 4-week pay period). The amount you receive depends on your National Insurance contributions.

State Pension and PIP payments are made separately, but could provide a combined monthly income of up to £1,622.

PIP payment rates for 2024/25 require an assessment to determine the level of financial assistance you will receive. Your rate will be regularly reviewed to ensure you're getting the right support.

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