More than one million people are receiving between £28.70 and £184.30 each week through PIP or Adult Disability Payment.
The latest figures from the Department for Work and Pensions show that there are more than 1.1 million adults across Great Britain receiving support through Personal Independence Payment for more than 85 musculoskeletal conditions, including 64,202 living in Scotland.
Even though new claims for PIP have been replaced in Scotland by ADP, it follows largely similar eligibility criteria, but takes a more ‘people-centric’ approach, according to Social Security Scotland. Top Money Stories Today Musculoskeletal Conditions - General Musculoskeletal Conditions - Regional Below is an overview of PIP and ADP. Even though new claims for PIP have been replaced in Scotland by ADP, it shares most of the same eligibility criteria. Full guidance on ADP can be found on the MYGOV.SCOT website here.
Latest PIP and ADP News How are PIP and ADP paid? PIP and ADP are usually paid every four weeks unless you are terminally ill, in which case it is paid weekly. It will be paid directly into your bank, building society or credit union account. ADP is paid at the same rates as PIP.
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