Purpl & Disability News

The NHS may soon be measured on how many patients return to work. What does that mean for disabled people and those with long term health conditions? We explain what’s been reported and what safeguards matter.

The Disabled Persons Railcard is set to expand in 2026, widening eligibility and simplifying applications. Here’s what the changes mean for disabled people and those with long term health conditions.

The UK government has confirmed plans to extend the time between some disability benefit reviews, including Personal Independence Payment award reviews, moving the minimum review period for many claimants from as little as nine months to three to five years. The changes could affect around two million disabled people and people with long-term health conditions, raising questions about who will benefit and how the reforms will be applied in practice.

Confused by Disability Living Allowance updates for 2026? DLA itself is not changing again, but moving to Scotland can affect what you need to do next. This guide explains how DLA works in 2026, what happens if you move across the UK, and how Scottish disability benefits like Pension Age Disability Payment and Adult Disability Payment fit around it — clearly and without jargon.

Universal Credit changes 2026 could leave disabled people and those with long-term health conditions up to £2,400 a year worse off. New rules may reduce disability-related support depending on when someone is assessed, making timing critical for future claims.

From April 2026, PIP payments will increase in line with inflation. This guide explains the PIP increases 2026, how much rates are rising, and what the changes mean for disabled people across the UK.

Households on PIP and disability benefits could receive up to £200 through the Household Support Fund. Local councils are urging eligible people to apply before funding runs out.

Personal Independence Payment (PIP) faces renewed scrutiny as the UK debates reforms to disability benefits. Many headlines focus on process — assessment backlogs, decision-making quality, and how reviews operate. However, a deeper issue sits underneath: the assessment framework works best when disability presents as a physical task problem, and it often struggles when disability creates […]