Personal Independence Payment: what you need to know, 4th ed

Our popular guide to Personal Independence Payment offers an excellent introduction to the benefit in a clear, accessible, and easy to follow way. 

PIP is replacing disability living allowance for adults under state pension age, to get this benefit you must complete a detailed questionnaire and, in most cases, undergo a face-to-face or telephone assessment. The qualifying criteria are quite strict, so it is essential to be prepared.

Who’s this book for?

Personal Independence Payment: what you need to know is for anyone that is claiming PIP, whether for yourself or someone else.

What’s inside?

• How do you make a claim?
• How much PIP do you get?
• What happens at the consultation?
• What can you do if you disagree with a decision?
• What happens if you go into hospital? 
• How is your disability allowance affected?

Fully updated in 2024 with practical tips and examples throughout, the guide will help you to navigate your way through personal independence payment.