Purpl & Disability News

Over 100 public figures – including some of the UK’s most well-known disabled and non-disabled celebrities – have signed a letter calling on Keir Starmer to scrap planned PIP cuts.

Despite new Government figures revealing just a 1% overpayment rate for Personal Independence Payment (PIP), disabled people across the UK are still bracing for severe welfare cuts — and many are speaking out. This week, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) published updated statistics showing a 3.3% overall fraud and error rate in the […]

We talk a lot about representation. It’s one of those things that sounds nice in theory – until you realise how powerful it really is. Seeing people in the spotlight who are openly disabled, autistic, or raising disabled children can change lives. It reminds us that there’s no one way to be successful, funny, creative, […]

Today marks 80 years since VE Day and the end of World War II in Europe. A day for street parties and flag waving, yes, but also for remembrance. For stories that rarely make it into school textbooks. For a moment of quiet, grateful reflection. At Purpl, we want to shine a light on the […]

May marks Domestic and Family Violence Awareness and Prevention Month, a crucial time to shine a light on the issues often hidden behind closed doors. One such issue is the significantly higher rate of domestic abuse experienced by disabled people, including autistic individuals and those with learning disabilities. The Stark Reality Disabled people are at […]

Disabled Voices on the Edge: The Real Impact of PIP Cuts in 2025.

Purpl and MS UK unite for a powerful cause to help change lives for the better.

We are thrilled to announce that Purpl has won the Social Impact Award at the European Rakuten Golden Links Awards 2025, held on Wednesday 19th March in London. The Social Impact Award recognises brands who are making a positive difference in the world, highlighting conscious consumerism and societal outcomes and so it means a lot […]