DWP criticised for PIP changes excluding young people under 25

May 16, 2026 · 9:14 AM UTC ·5 min read · 0 reactions · 0 comments · 23 views

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DWP criticised for PIP changes excluding young people under 25

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The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has faced criticism for changes to Personal Independence Payment (PIP) that exclude claimants under 25 from extended award reviews. Disability charities argue the policy unfairly penalizes young disabled people based on their age. The DWP claims the move aims to support long-term employment prospects, but critics say it misunderstands the purpose of PIP.

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▪The DWP plans to extend PIP award reviews to a minimum of three years, rising to five years for continuing claimants.
▪These changes will not apply to individuals aged 24 and under, marking a divergence in policy for younger claimants.
▪Disability charity Sense argues that linking PIP to employment prospects is wrong, as PIP is intended to cover extra costs of living with a disability.

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