Denial of Disability Benefits Hits Vulnerable Groups Hard in the UK
The contradiction within the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) system becomes evident in its conflicting messaging regarding the purpose of the benefit. On one hand, PIP asserts that eligibility is determined based on what individuals are able to do, assessing their ability to perform specific activities related to daily living and mobility. However, this emphasis on functionality is contradicted by the insistence that PIP payments are intended to cover the costs associated with disability, such as aids, adaptations, and additional living expenses.