Health · 30 July 2026

DWP confirms 25 skin conditions qualify for up to £114 weekly PIP payments

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) released the complete list of 25 skin conditions qualifying individuals for Personal Independence Payment (PIP). Personal Independence Payment helps with extra costs from long-term ill health, with a standard daily living rate of £76.55 and an enhanced rate of £114.80. As of April 2026, there were 27,391 PIP claims across these various skin conditions.

By BriefTea Editorial · 30 July 2026 at 9:29

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