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Morrisons supermarket delivery promoting Purpl’s World Cup final competition, with 10 members able to win their shop back up to £250.

Community Stories

3 min read

Win your Morrisons shop back: Get stocked up for the World Cup final – 10 winners

Get stocked up for the World Cup final with Morrisons. Place an eligible delivery or Click & Collect order using your Purpl discount code and 10 lucky subscribed members could win their shop back, up to £250.

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

July 15, 2026

Disabled person reviewing PIP paperwork at home after the 2026 Timms Review

PIP & Benefit Guides

11 min read

What are the PIP benefit changes in 2026? Everything you need to know

The PIP benefit changes in 2026 have caused a lot of worry. Here is what has changed, what has not changed, current PIP rates and what the Timms Review means for your claim.

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

July 15, 2026

Ninja CREAMi Scoop and Swirl ice cream maker giveaway for Purpl members, supporting disabled people and people with long-term health conditions.

Community Stories

2 min read

Win a Ninja CREAMi Scoop & Swirl 13-in-1: Exclusive Purpl UK giveaway

Want to make delicious ice cream, soft serve, and milkshakes at home? As part of our exclusive membership perks, Purpl is giving away a Ninja CREAMi Scoop & Swirl 13-in-1 Soft Serve & Ice Cream Maker (worth £300) to one lucky member of our community. Frequently asked questions (FAQ) Who is eligible to enter the […]

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

July 14, 2026

Disabled person reviewing PIP paperwork at home with a laptop after the Timms Review interim report

Purpl & Disability News

9 min read

“It breaks people”: What the Timms review interim report means for your PIP claim

The Timms Review interim report says PIP is not fit for purpose. Here is what disabled people need to know, what has changed today and why current claims still follow the existing rules.

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

July 9, 2026

Disabled traveller using an accessible train station, showing why accessible transport matters for the UK economy.

Purpl & Disability News

8 min read

The £176 billion growth engine: Why accessible transport is an economic emergency

A new Institution of Mechanical Engineers report says fully accessible transport could boost the UK economy by £176.4 billion a year. Purpl explains why inaccessible transport is not just a social failure, but a national economic emergency.

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

July 8, 2026

Person attending a face to face DWP health assessment in an office, showing disability benefit assessment support for people with long term health conditions.

PIP & Benefit Guides

13 min read

Are DWP health assessments now recorded automatically?

From 29 June 2026, DWP face-to-face and telephone health assessments are audio recorded as standard unless claimants opt out. This guide explains what changed, which benefits it affects and what to do before your assessment.

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

June 30, 2026

Disabled woman using a crutch reviewing grocery receipts and household costs with support from another woman in a kitchen.

Guides and Advice

13 min read

What is the Disability Price Tag? Financial support and cost guide

The Disability Price Tag is the extra cost disabled households face every month. This guide explains what it means, why it matters and what support may help.

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

June 29, 2026

Person reading a DWP PIP award extension letter at home, showing support for disabled people and people with long term health conditions using Purpl discounts.

Guides and Advice

14 min read

Has your PIP award review date suddenly changed?

If your PIP award review date has suddenly changed, new DWP rules from 2 June 2026 may explain why. Here is what the PIP extension letter means and what to do if your condition has worsened.

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

June 26, 2026

Person sitting at a table with PIP award review paperwork, showing the stress of disability benefit reviews for people with lifelong conditions and Purpl discounts support.

PIP & Benefit Guides

14 min read

Why PIP award reviews are so stressful for people with lifelong conditions

PIP award reviews can be deeply stressful for people with lifelong conditions. This guide explains why DWP reviews feel so difficult, what happens during a review and what to do if your award changes.

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

June 24, 2026

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