Category: Personal Independence Payment (PIP)
Claim PIP for Crohn’s Disease
Understanding PIP and Crohn’s Disease Understanding PIP and Crohn’s Disease Personal Independence Payment (PIP) is a UK benefit designed to help people aged 16 to State Pension age who have a long-term health condition or disability that affects their daily living or mobility. The purpose of PIP is to provide financial support to cover extra…
Appealing Against the Decision
Understanding the Appeal Process Appealing a Personal Independence Payment (PIP) decision means you are formally asking for the decision to be looked at again because you believe it was incorrect or unfair. This process is your legal right if you disagree with the outcome of your claim, whether it relates to your eligibility, the amount…
How to Claim PIP for Depression: Eligibility, Evidence and Tips
Understanding PIP and Depression Personal Independence Payment (PIP) is a benefit designed to help people aged 16 to State Pension age who have a long-term physical or mental health condition or disability that makes daily living or getting around difficult. The aim of PIP is to provide financial support to those who need extra help…
How to Request a Mandatory Reconsideration for a PIP Decision
What is Mandatory Reconsideration? What is Mandatory Reconsideration? Mandatory reconsideration is the first formal step you must take if you want to challenge a decision about your Personal Independence Payment (PIP). If you disagree with the outcome of your PIP assessment – whether your claim was refused, you were awarded a lower rate than expected,…
How to Claim PIP for Diabetes: Eligibility, Evidence and Process
Understanding Personal Independence Payment (PIP) Personal Independence Payment (PIP) is a benefit designed to help people in the UK who live with long-term health conditions or disabilities. It is available to individuals aged 16 to State Pension age who need extra support with daily living tasks or getting around because of their condition. If you…
What to Expect at a PIP Tribunal Hearing: Your Rights and Next Steps
Introduction to the Tribunal Hearing Introduction to the Tribunal Hearing A tribunal hearing is a formal, independent process where an impartial panel reviews your appeal against a Personal Independence Payment (PIP) decision. If you disagree with the outcome of your mandatory reconsideration, you have the right to take your case further by applying to a…
How to Claim PIP for Epilepsy: Eligibility, Assessment and Tips
Understanding Personal Independence Payment (PIP) Personal Independence Payment (PIP) is a benefit designed to help people aged 16 to State Pension age who are living with long-term health conditions or disabilities, like epilepsy. It is not means-tested, which means your income or savings do not affect your eligibility. Instead, PIP focuses on how your condition…
