Understanding Earnings, Carer’s Allowance, Student Loans, Grants and Part-Time Study
Can carers work or study part-time while claiming Universal Credit? Learn how wages, Carer’s Allowance, student loans, grants and university funding affect UC.
Removing Financial Support For Anxiety and ADHD Raises Serious Equality and Human Rights Concerns
Helen Whately has called for greater support instead of benefits for anxiety and ADHD. We examine PIP reform, therapy, disability, equality and human rights.
The Rise of Hostile Media Coverage Targeting Disabled People
The rise of hostile media narratives surrounding disabled people is fuelling concerns about stigma, safeguarding and welfare reform. This article examines how negative coverage of disability benefits can influence public attitudes, explores failures in health, social care and employment policy, explains the true position of the upcoming PIP overhaul and Timms Review, and asks whether disabled people are being blamed for systemic failures beyond their control.
PIP and the Timms Review
The latest Timms Review update on PIP, ADHD and autism, including current eligibility rules and concerns about disability discrimination and human rights.
PIP Accessibility Service Reform Needed
PIP claimants need accessible online change reporting. Telephone and postal barriers may disadvantage disabled people and engage UK equality duties.
Non-Dependents Moving Out: Who Must Be Told When a Disabled Adult Child Leaves Home?
A practical UK checklist for disabled non-dependants moving home, including who to inform, Universal Credit and carer rules, PIP address changes, council tax, single-person discount, bedroom tax, utilities, electoral roll, timeframes, and a draft email template.
Freedom of Information Exemptions, Section 36
A legal analysis of Freedom of Information Act exemptions, focusing on Section 36 and how the “free and frank provision of advice” exemption may be used to limit government transparency and accountability.
Can A Carer Support Someone Virtually? Remote Caring, Carer’s Allowance and Your Rights
Can a carer support someone virtually? Learn how remote caring, emotional support, online shopping assistance, and financial help may relate to Carer’s Allowance eligibility in the UK, including official GOV.UK guidance and carers’ rights.
DWP Under Fire Over PIP Rule Changes Affecting Disabled Young Adults
DWP faces criticism after confirming under-25s will be excluded from extended PIP review periods. Disability campaigners warn the policy may unfairly discriminate against young disabled people and increase financial and mental health pressures.
PIP Deadline Looms as the Timms Review Nears Closing Date
As the Timms Review deadline approaches, concerns grow over whether the PIP system is fit for purpose. Campaigners, disabled people, and advocacy groups call for dignity, compassion, and reform in disability assessments.