Purpl & Disability News

The latest news, info, stories, and resources.

Qasim, an autistic child, relaxing on the sensory swing funded through the Purpl Community Grant Fund.

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
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

September 13, 2026

UniKitOut student essentials with Purpl offer showing 12% off and a chance to win up to £50 back

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
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

September 11, 2026

Disabled person reviewing a DWP PIP award letter at home ahead of a future Personal Independence Payment review.

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
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

September 10, 2026

Purpl PIP / ADP Tracker app shown on three mobile phones, displaying the daily diary, PIP activity tracking and tracker dashboard.

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
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

September 9, 2026

Disabled person reviewing energy, water and broadband bills at home while checking disability utility support options.

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
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

August 28, 2026

Natrie Starter Set with refillable all-purpose cleaner, concentrate and cloth, promoting Purpl’s giveaway with five winners.

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
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

August 24, 2026

Disabled man at home reviewing benefit paperwork, household bills and mobility support costs, showing the impact of proposed PIP cuts.

Proposed PIP cuts and disability reform: why removing support misses the reality of disabled life

Proposals to cut or restrict Personal Independence Payment (PIP) threaten essential financial support for disabled households across the UK. Based on Purpl community research, 89% of PIP claimants rely on cash awards for daily essentials like heating, food, and mobility aids. Discover why replacing cash PIP with vouchers fails real-world disability needs.

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

August 21, 2026

Purpl Pulse report showing disabled consumer research on accessibility, affordability and shopping behaviour, with a disabled woman using a wheelchair.

Introducing Purpl Pulse: What our first report reveals about disabled consumer behaviour

Our first Purpl Pulse report surveys over 1,300 disabled consumers to explore how accessibility, financial pressure, and confidence shape everyday spending choices. Discover key statistics on cart abandonment, mental fatigue, and why retail accessibility is directly tied to affordability for UK shoppers.

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

August 20, 2026

Person checking their bank account after receiving an early DWP benefit payment for the August 2026 bank holiday, representing disabled people and long-term health conditions with Purpl discounts.

DWP confirms August bank holiday 2026 benefit payment dates

If your DWP benefit or State Pension is due on Monday 31 August 2026, you’ll receive it early on Friday 28 August. Find out which benefits are affected and how to budget for the longer gap until your next payment.

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

August 19, 2026