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Disabled woman using a wheelchair arriving at work, showing how disability support can help people remain in employment.

Guides and Advice

17 min read

What is PIP actually for? A simple guide to Personal Independence Payment

PIP isn’t an unemployment benefit. Find out what Personal Independence Payment is actually for, why you can receive it while working and how it helps towards the extra costs of disability.

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

September 23, 2026

Disabled theme park visitor using a smartphone with friends while waiting away from the main ride queue.

Disability Cards

11 min read

Merlin Ride Access Pass changes: new virtual queuing system coming to UK theme parks

Merlin is rolling out a new virtual queuing system for Ride Access Pass users. Here’s what is changing, when it starts and what disabled visitors need to know.

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

September 21, 2026

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

Purpl & Disability News

9 min read

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

Community Stories

2 min read

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

A young adult with Down syndrome discussing paperwork with their parents at a kitchen table.

Purpl & Disability News

6 min read

PIP will remain a cash benefit: what the latest update means for you

The government remains committed to PIP as a non-means-tested cash benefit. We explain the latest review waiting-time figures, what the proposed assessment changes could mean and how to organise your evidence.

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.

Purpl & Disability News

5 min read

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.

PIP & Benefit Guides

19 min read

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.

Guides and Advice

15 min read

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.

Community Stories

3 min read

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

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