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DWP Confirms Small Benefits Increase for PIP, Carer’s Allowance & More
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) will increase most disability-related benefits by 1.7%, based on September 2024’s CPI inflation rate.
Sammi Leaver
July 16, 2025
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Going Abroad On PIP: The 4-Week Rule That Could Pause Your Payments
Receiving Personal Independence Payment (PIP) and planning a holiday outside the UK? Understand how it could affect your payments.
Sammi Leaver
July 16, 2025
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Merlin’s Magic Wand: How Disabled and Seriously Ill Children Can Get Free Tickets to UK Theme Parks and Attractions
Merlin’s Magic Wand is a charity set up to help disabled, seriously ill, or disadvantaged children aged 2–18 experience magical days out.
Sammi Leaver
July 15, 2025
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Free Carer Entry in the UK: Where You Can Go Without a Disability Card
Many venues now recognise that access includes allowing carers or support people to attend with you, without charging them twice.
Sammi Leaver
July 15, 2025
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Free Driving Lessons If You’re on PIP or DLA – Here’s How to Check If You’re Eligible
If you get the higher rate mobility part of PIP or DLA, you might be able to get up to 40 hours of driving lessons completely free.
Sammi Leaver
July 15, 2025
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Council Tax Discounts for Disabled People: The Support Most Don’t Know Exists
Councils across the UK are now offering extra help on your council tax bill, and it could mean serious savings.
Sammi Leaver
July 14, 2025
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Changes to Universal Credit: What They Mean for Disabled People, and Where to Get Support
Here’s a simple breakdown of what’s changing with Universal Credit, who it applies to, and where to turn for help if you need it.
Sammi Leaver
July 10, 2025
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How to Get a Ride Access Pass at Merlin Theme Parks — Plus up to 15% Off with Purpl
A quick guide on how you can skip standard queues with the Ride Access Pass for Merlin attractions this summer, plus save up to 15% on tickets with Purpl.
Sammi Leaver
July 10, 2025
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Purpl Turns 1!: How a Disabled Discount Platform Became Something So Much Bigger
On 9th July 2024, Purpl went live. A discount platform designed by disabled people, for disabled people. It started with a simple mission: to make life a little more affordable, a little more joyful, and a lot more fair.
Sammi Leaver
July 9, 2025