The DWP has said that proposed changes to Personal Independence Payment (PIP) outlined in a recent consultation have been met with 'mixed' and for some, 'consistently negative' responses by the pubic
The Department for Work and Pensions has received a "mixed" reaction, with some responses being "consistently negative" from the public concerning proposed alterations to the Personal Independence Payment , as detailed in a recent consultation. Figures from the DWP indicate that there are currently a record number of PIP claimants - over 3.6 million people in Great Britain benefit from up to £737.20 every month.
In a formal response given to the Dundee West MP, the Minister for Social Security and Disabilities, Sir Stephen Timms MP, clarified that the consultation gathered upwards of 16,000 contributions within its 12-week lifespan, concluding on July 22. Mr Timms added: "We will be setting out our own plans for social security in due course and will fulfil our continued commitment to work with disabled people so that their views and voices are at the heart of all that we do."
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