General · 9 July 2026
ADHD benefit claims surge 40%: UK government eyes eligibility changes
More than 100,000 people with ADHD now claim Personal Independence Payment (PIP), a 40% rise since 2020. Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden indicated that eligibility rules for conditions like ADHD and autism are likely to be tightened. Government forecasts show real-terms spending on PIP is expected to increase from £26 billion in 2024-25 to £45 billion by 2031.
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