The number of people claiming Personal Independence Payments (Pip) in England and Wales has hit a record high, according to new government figures. As of July, just over four million people were ...

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Exclusive: Claimants could trade part of payment for specialist equipment, services or training under proposal Some disabled people could receive “in kind” support rather than just cash payments under ...

Pension Credit – Could you or someone you know be eligible? Older people receiving Attendance Allowance could be due extra financial help linked to the disability benefit. The benefit is paid by the ...

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Personal independence payment (known as PIP) provides non-means-tested help if you're aged 16 to 67 and have a health condition that makes everyday tasks difficult. It can be worth up to £9,500 a year ...

An army war veteran who is paralysed from the neck down has embarked on an incredible 79 mile charity challenge using a wheelchair controlled entirely by his chin. Tetraplegic Danny Mavor will attempt ...