Purpl & Disability News

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 […]

Warm Home Discount (WHD) letters are sent between late October 2025 and early January 2026, and many disabled people, carers and households with long-term health conditions are anxious to understand what this means for their winter energy bills. This updated 2025 guide shows who gets a letter, what the £150 rebate covers, how the eligibility […]

We’re launching something many members have been waiting for, Purpl’s new digital discount card for disabled people and carers, available through the Purpl Discounts app. This marks the beginning of our first ever in-store disability discounts, giving members even more ways to save on everyday essentials, mobility aids, personal care items, clothing, home products and […]

Motability is more than a vehicle scheme — it is a lifeline. With the latest UK Budget announcing reforms to the Motability Scheme, many disabled people want clear, trustworthy information about what really changes and what stays the same. At Purpl, we wanted to listen first. We asked Motability users what the scheme means in […]

The financial reality of living with a disability in the UK is often underestimated. Disabled people face higher ongoing costs for essentials such as heating, mobility support, personal assistance, home adaptations and specialist equipment. These costs are not optional – they enable independence, safety and everyday functioning. Personal Independence Payment (PIP) is designed to help […]