Purpl & Disability News
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Purpl & Disability News
11 min read
Why disabled people should respond to the PIP review before 28 May 2026
The PIP review call for evidence closes at 11:59pm on 28 May 2026. Here is why disabled people, people with long term health conditions, parents and carers should respond, what to include, and how to use Purpl’s free template letters.
Georgina, Founder of Purpl
May 14, 2026
Purpl & Disability News
8 min read
Why are disabled people being treated like suspects for using a Blue Badge?
Disabled people are increasingly being challenged, filmed or accused when using Blue Badge spaces. This article explains why public judgement harms disabled people, what the rules really say and what to do if someone confronts you.
Georgina, Founder of Purpl
May 7, 2026
Purpl & Disability News
5 min read
Introducing the new savings tracker: win £50 every month with Purpl
Track your savings with Purpl’s new savings tracker and get entered into a £50 monthly prize draw. See the real value of your membership.
Georgina, Founder of Purpl
May 1, 2026
Purpl & Disability News
4 min read
I’ve been nominated and shortlisted for national awards – what it means for Purpl and our community
Purpl founder Georgina has been nominated and shortlisted for national awards, recognising her work as a disabled entrepreneur supporting people with long term health conditions across the UK.
Georgina, Founder of Purpl
April 27, 2026
PIP & Benefit Guides
5 min read
PIP reassessments moving to every 5 years – but what’s the catch?
PIP reassessments are changing from April 2026, with longer awards and fewer reviews. It sounds positive, but there is a bigger picture to understand.
Georgina, Founder of Purpl
April 21, 2026
Purpl & Disability News
5 min read
Cost of living vs cost of survival: what’s really changed in the UK?
The cost of living crisis in the UK has become a cost of survival. Here’s what’s changed in 2026 and why disabled people are most affected.
Georgina, Founder of Purpl
April 14, 2026
Purpl & Disability News
5 min read
The new “Right to Try” rule: Can you work without losing benefits?
Last reviewed: 12 April 2026Applies to: UKWritten by: Georgina, Founder of Purpl The UK government has introduced a new policy called the “Right to Try.” It allows disabled people to try work or volunteering without the immediate fear of losing their benefits. For years, many people felt trapped by the system. Starting work could trigger […]
Georgina, Founder of Purpl
April 12, 2026
Purpl & Disability News
6 min read
The disability price tag: why it costs £1,095 more per month to be disabled in the UK
Disabled households in the UK face £1,095 extra monthly costs. Here’s why living with a disability is more expensive and how to reduce the impact.
Georgina, Founder of Purpl
April 5, 2026
Community Stories
4 min read
World Autism Awareness Month: what it means and why it matters in the UK
A clear guide to World Autism Awareness Month, autism support in the UK and what it means for disabled people and families.
Georgina, Founder of Purpl
April 2, 2026








