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Disabled passenger using a concessionary bus pass, highlighting 24/7 free bus travel across England from April 2027.

Disability Cards

7 min read

Disabled bus passes to work 24/7 across England from April 2027: what you need to know

Disabled bus passes will work 24/7 across England from 1 April 2027. Find out when the 9:30am restriction ends, who qualifies and how to apply.

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

August 18, 2026

Woman experiencing fatigue while completing a food and symptom diary beside a home testing kit, highlighting gut symptoms and long-term health conditions.

Guides and Advice

6 min read

Managing chronic fatigue and gut symptoms: could hidden food triggers or deficiencies be playing a role?

Living with a long-term condition like MS, Fibromyalgia, or IBS? Persistent fatigue and gut flare-ups might be compounded by hidden food sensitivities or nutrient gaps. Learn how accredited home-to-laboratory testing can take the guesswork out of your diet.

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

August 14, 2026

Disabled people taking part in an accessible workshop about Personal Independence Payment (PIP) reform, highlighting the Timms Review and support for people with disabilities and long-term health conditions.

Purpl & Disability News

7 min read

PIP reform workshops open: how disabled people can help shape the Timms Review

The DWP has opened registration for 15 Timms Review workshops across the UK. Disabled people and those with long-term health conditions can apply by 21 August 2026 to help shape emerging PIP reform proposals.

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

August 12, 2026

Disabled man using a wheelchair checking disability benefits on a laptop at home, representing people with disabilities and long-term health conditions finding financial support through Purpl.

PIP & Benefit Guides

10 min read

How do I check what disability benefits I can claim?

Find out which UK disability benefits and financial support you could be entitled to with Purpl’s free Benefits Checker. Answer a few simple questions to discover personalised benefit options, grants and extra help that could increase your income and reduce the extra cost of disability.

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

August 10, 2026

Worried disabled woman reading a DWP benefit letter at home with paperwork, laptop and mobility aids nearby.

PIP & Benefit Guides

9 min read

DWP restarts PIP reassessments for 150,000 adult DLA claimants: what you need to know

The DWP is restarting PIP reassessments for 153,000 remaining adult DLA claimants in England and Wales. Here is who is affected, who is exempt and what to do if a DWP invitation letter arrives.

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

August 7, 2026

Georgina wearing Kymira infrared leggings in her home gym, showing supportive clothing for disabilities, long-term health conditions and Purpl discounts.

Guides and Advice

8 min read

Kymira infrared clothing review: why I call their leggings my magic trousers

Last reviewed: 6th August 2026Applies to: UKWritten by: Georgina, Founder of Purpl Quick summary: is Kymira clothing worth trying if you live with pain, fatigue or poor circulation? Kymira creates infrared performance, recovery and compression clothing designed to support circulation, recovery, warmth and daily movement. As someone living with Multiple Sclerosis, I wear Kymira leggings […]

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

August 6, 2026

Disabled child enjoying an accessible summer day out with family, showing inclusive activities and support for disabled families in the UK.

Guides and Advice

9 min read

Navigating summer holiday barriers: accessible activities, transport, and savings for disabled families

Disabled children often face barriers to summer holiday clubs, transport and days out. This guide explains how to find accessible activities, use access schemes and reduce costs with Purpl.

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

July 31, 2026

Disabled woman using a hosepipe to water plants in a garden during hot weather, showing UK hosepipe ban disability exemptions.

Guides and Advice

9 min read

Hosepipe bans and disability exemptions: what you need to know in the UK

Disabled people, Blue Badge holders and Priority Services Register customers may be exempt from hosepipe bans if they cannot safely use watering cans or buckets. Here is what to check with your water company.

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

July 28, 2026

Disabled person reviewing household bills and local council support paperwork at home

Guides and Advice

11 min read

Crisis and Resilience Fund (CRF) 2026: What replaced the Household Support Fund in England?

The Household Support Fund ended on 31 March 2026 and was replaced by the Crisis and Resilience Fund. Here is how local hardship support now works in England, who may qualify and how disabled households can apply.

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

July 24, 2026

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