UK. Thousands of pensioners to benefit from PIP assessment overhaul
Work and Pensions Secretary Amber Rudd first announced in March that people receiving PIP who have reached State Pension age will no longer have their awards regularly reviewed, instead moving to a light touch review at 10 years.
Work and Pensions Secretary Amber Rudd said:
“I want the benefit system to be a source of support for disabled people, not a source of worry. That’s why we’re scrapping needless PIP reassessments for pensioners whose situation is unlikely to change. This underlines our commitment to ensuring that the most vulnerable get the support they’re entitled to.”
Light touch reviews will mean pensioners will not be asked to attend a face-to-face assessment unless their needs have changed.
Minister for Disabled People Justin Tomlinson said:
“I want to ensure we live in a fair and decent society in which all of us, whatever age or ability, have an equal chance to live a fulfilling life. We are committed to ensuring that everyone receives the support they’re entitled to, allowing them to live independently. “
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