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Who gets PIP now?

PIP, or Personal Independence Payment, is a benefit for people with long-term physical or mental health conditions or disabilities. It helps with extra living costs and is not means-tested, meaning your income or savings don't affect eligibility. The story highlights a rise in young people claiming PIP for anxiety.

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Young People Make Up Almost a Third of New Anxiety PIP Claims

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How much is PIP worth? Who decides PIP claims? What conditions qualify for PIP?

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