DWP shares three new measures to reduce PIP delays and waiting times for award decisions
The Department for Work and Pensions has shared how it is tackling the backlog of new claims for Personal Independence Payment and taking steps to reduce the waiting time for claimants. The average processing time for a new claim is now 16 weeks, a significant reduction from 26 weeks in August 2021.
A successful claim for PIP is currently worth between £24.45 and £156.90 each week. As the benefit is paid every four weeks, this means people with a long-term illness, disability, mental or physical health condition could receive regular payments of between £97.80 and £627.60. In a written response this week, Minister or Disabled People, Tom Pursglove, said: “We are committed to ensuring people can access financial support through Personal Independence Payment in a timely manner.
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