Here's what you need to know
Making sure that you inform the appropriate authorities or Government departments about changes to your circumstances is essential for those claiming a range of benefits. However, according to one report, there are six changes that Personal Independence Payment claimants don't need to inform the Department for Work and Pensions about.
The benefit is replacing Disability Living Allowance for adults in England and Wales. While in Scotland, the benefit is being replaced by Adult Disability Payment which follows the same eligibility guidelines as PIP.Those who successfully apply and claim PIP could receive between £24.45 and £156.90 every week. As PIP is paid every four weeks, this amounts to between £97.80 and £627.60 every pay period.
What you need to know PIP is not a means-tested benefit and can be paid whether the claimant is working or not, so there is no need to inform the DWP if you:The GOV.UK website goes on to warn: “You could be taken to court or have to pay a penalty if you give wrong information or do not report a change in your circumstances.
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