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Purpl & Disability News
5 min read
DWP completes PIP award extension programme: what it means for your review
The DWP has completed its programme extending affected PIP awards to introduce a minimum three-year recommended review period. Here’s what it means for your award, your next review and how to prepare.
Georgina, Founder of Purpl
September 10, 2026
PIP & Benefit Guides
19 min read
Purpl PIP Tracker: free daily symptom diary for PIP and ADP claims, reviews and appeals
The free Purpl PIP Tracker helps you record how your disability or long term health condition affects you day to day. Track symptoms, PIP and ADP activities, support needs, flare-ups and changing conditions, then create clear reports for claims, reviews and appeals.
Georgina, Founder of Purpl
September 9, 2026
PIP & Benefit Guides
8 min read
Proving fluctuating conditions for PIP: how the 50% rule works
The PIP 50% rule means a descriptor can apply if your condition affects an activity on more than half the days. This guide explains how fluctuating conditions, bad days, recovery days and reliability rules work for PIP and ADP.
Georgina, Founder of Purpl
September 7, 2026
Guides and Advice
7 min read
Broadband social tariffs 2026: how disabled and low-income households can get cheaper internet
Broadband social tariffs can help disabled and low-income households get cheaper internet. This guide compares UK social tariffs for 2026, including costs, speeds, eligibility, contract rules and Purpl savings for people who do not qualify.
Georgina, Founder of Purpl
September 3, 2026
Guides and Advice
18 min read
Disabled & SEN back-to-school support guide 2026: grants, transport, adaptations & uniform savings
A practical UK guide to back-to-school support for disabled children and pupils with SEN in 2026, including free school transport, Personal Travel Budgets, uniform grants, reasonable adjustments, equipment funding and Purpl disability discounts.
Georgina, Founder of Purpl
August 31, 2026
Guides and Advice
15 min read
Disability utility support 2026: grants, social tariffs and help with energy, water and broadband bills
Disabled households often face higher energy, water and broadband costs. This guide explains Warm Home Discount, WaterSure, Northern Ireland support, broadband social tariffs, hardship funds, Scope advice, energy grants and Purpl savings.
Georgina, Founder of Purpl
August 28, 2026
Disability Cards
6 min read
Best disability discount cards & perks in the UK (2026 comparison)
Compare the best disability discount cards and perks in the UK for 2026, including Purpl for everyday savings, Disabled Persons Railcard for train travel, Access Card for venue access and CEA Card for cinema companion tickets.
Georgina, Founder of Purpl
August 26, 2026
Community Stories
3 min read
Win 1 of 5 Natrie starter sets: exclusive Purpl giveaway
Enter Purpl’s exclusive competition to win 1 of 5 Natrie Starter Sets. Plus, members can enjoy an exclusive 20% discount on Natrie’s low-allergen household cleaning products.
Georgina, Founder of Purpl
August 24, 2026
Guides and Advice
7 min read
Travel with confidence: A guide to specialist travel insurance
Planning a holiday with a disability or long-term health condition? Learn when to arrange specialist travel insurance, what medical information to declare and how to choose the right cover for your trip.
Georgina, Founder of Purpl
August 24, 2026








