A simple guide to help people understand how PIP points determine the payment rate awarded.
The latest figures from the Department for Work and Pensions show there are now more than 3.6 million adults across Great Britain claiming Personal Independence Payment , including nearly 126,300 living in Scotland. However, it's important to be aware Adult Disability Payment has replaced all new claims for PIP for people living north of the border.
The guidance on GOV.UK explains: “As the assessment principles consider the impact of a claimant’s condition on their ability to live independently and not the condition itself, claimants with the same condition may get different outcomes. The outcome is based on an independent assessment and all available evidence.”
The DWP PIP decision maker will determine whether your ability to carry out the component is limited, in which case you will be paid the standard rate, or if it is severely limited, in which case you will receive the enhanced rate. For those applying for ADP in Scotland, independent health professionals are not used, the entire application process is conducted in-house by Social Security Scotland.
Your ability to carry out each activity is measured against a list of standard statements describing what you can or cannot do - this is largely the same for ADP, but laid out differently with images and examples on the application form to help people understand the question being asked - you can look at this on mygov.scot here.
This applies whether or not you normally use those aids or appliances. However, if you use or need aids and appliances, this can help you to score more points - find out more here. Mobility scores Citizens' Advice explains to get the mobility component of PIP, you must have a physical or mental condition that limits your ability to carry out some or all of the activities listed below.Mobility activity:
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