Purpl & Disability News
The latest news, info, stories, and resources.
Community Stories
6 min read
Win 4 tickets to LEGOLAND Windsor Resort for Brick or Treat
Win four tickets to LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort for Brick or Treat this Halloween. Enter the Purpl member giveaway before midnight on 18 October 2026.
Georgina, Founder of Purpl
October 6, 2026
Purpl & Disability News
8 min read
No two-week deadline for reasonable adjustments: what disabled workers need to know
There is no legal two-week deadline for employers to respond to reasonable adjustment requests. Find out what your employer should do, how long you may have to wait and what steps you can take if your request is delayed.
Georgina, Founder of Purpl
October 2, 2026
Guides and Advice
8 min read
Disabled Persons Railcard eligibility expands: thousands more disabled people can now get 1/3 off train travel
Thousands more disabled and neurodivergent people can now qualify for a Disabled Persons Railcard. Find out what changed, what evidence you need and how to apply.
Georgina, Founder of Purpl
October 1, 2026
Guides and Advice
17 min read
What is PIP actually for? A simple guide to Personal Independence Payment
PIP isn’t an unemployment benefit. Find out what Personal Independence Payment is actually for, why you can receive it while working and how it helps towards the extra costs of disability.
Georgina, Founder of Purpl
September 23, 2026
Disability Cards
11 min read
Merlin Ride Access Pass changes: new virtual queuing system coming to UK theme parks
Merlin is rolling out a new virtual queuing system for Ride Access Pass users. Here’s what is changing, when it starts and what disabled visitors need to know.
Georgina, Founder of Purpl
September 21, 2026
Purpl & Disability News
9 min read
Purpl Community Grant Fund: our first grant recipients
Meet the first recipients of the Purpl Community Grant Fund and discover how £2,422 of support helped fund mobility aids, sensory equipment, daily living products and an adjustable bed.
Georgina, Founder of Purpl
September 13, 2026
Community Stories
2 min read
Competition time: Save 12% at UniKitOut and you could win your order back
Going to university? Purpl members can save 12% at UniKitOut and, for a limited time, one lucky shopper will win back the value of their order up to £50.
Georgina, Founder of Purpl
September 11, 2026
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








