Personal Independence Payment claimants will see an increase in the amount they receive in a matter of weeks – here are the exact rises you can expect
More than three million people will receive an income boost in spring as the PIP payment increases by 1.7 per cent. Those most affected by and struggling with the rise of living costs will get some much-needed help in a matter of weeks. People eligible for PIP (Personal Independence Payment) will see the amount they receive increase this year.
Benefits including Child Benefits, Universal Credit and PIP will rise by 1.7 per cent in April, in line with inflation figures from September. Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveiled the plans during October’s Autumn Statement. The Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) distributes the benefit to those who need day-to-day financial assistance due to disabilities, long-term illness or physical or mental health conditions.
There are two components to PIP – one is for daily living for people who need help with everyday tasks such as washing or dressing and the other is for mobility, for those who require help moving around. Each component has a standard rate and an enhanced rate. Whether you receive one or both parts and how much you get depends on your ability to do certain tasks and how difficult you find them. You can still be eligible for PIP if you are working and / or have savings or are receiving most other benefits.
Here’s how much PIP will increase in April 2025 for both components:
Daily living
Enhanced from £108.55 to £110.40
Standard from £72.65 to £73.89
Mobility
Enhanced from £75.75 to £77.04 ((component also gives people the option of a Motability vehicle instead of money).
Standard from £28.70 to £29.19
The increases mean those entitled to the full rate can now receive up to £187.45 a week, which is around £812.28 a month, up from £796.63.
To be eligible for PIP the following must apply:
You are 16 or over
You have a long-term physical or mental health condition or disability
You have difficulty completing certain tasks or moving around
Your difficulties are expected to last for 12 months or more from when they started.
To apply for PIP, call the helpline or visit the website. Claimants will need to fill out a form and undergo an assessment. Contact your local council to see if you can get discounts on council tax and local bus travel. You may also be eligible for a Blue Badge and vehicle tax discount or exemption.