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Save Money on Vehicle Tax: How to Apply for Road Tax Exemption with a Blue Badge

Many disabled people in the UK are unaware that holding a Blue Badge may also make them eligible for road tax exemption. This is a valuable benefit that can significantly reduce your vehicle costs and ease financial pressure at a time when everyday expenses are rising. By understanding how the process works and what you […]

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

September 20, 2025

What is Disabled Students’ Allowance, What Disabilities Qualify for It & How to Apply

What is Disabled Students’ Allowance, What Disabilities Qualify for It & How to Apply

Navigating university life can be challenging, especially when managing a disability. The Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA) is here to help.

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Purpl

August 27, 2025

What Illnesses Qualify for Disability Living Allowance & PIP

What Illnesses Qualify for Disability Living Allowance & PIP?

This guide breaks down exactly what conditions qualify, what support you might be entitled to, and how it all works in practice.

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Purpl

August 20, 2025

Disability Living Allowance for Adults What You Need to Know

Disability Living Allowance for Adults: What You Need to Know

Understanding DLA and its replacement, PIP, can be confusing, but staying informed helps you plan and protect your income.

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Purpl

August 15, 2025

Young woman reading at home – understanding the DLA to PIP transition for disabled children and their families.

DLA to PIP at Age 16: Parent’s Guide to Your Child’s Transition

Here’s your clear, parent-friendly guide to the DLA to PIP transition, including timelines, tips, and what to do if things don’t go as planned.

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

August 1, 2025

What to Say on Your PIP Form (And What Not to)

What to Say on Your PIP Form (And What Not to)

Filling in a PIP form is exhausting, and the way it’s worded can trip up anyone. It’s easy to downplay how much help you actually need or second-guess what to write. This guide cuts through the jargon and gives you practical, no-nonsense tips on how to fill in your PIP form honestly and clearly — […]

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Purpl

July 22, 2025

Female in a wheelchair who has short, mousey blonde hair and glasses, with a headset on, sat in her wheelchair at a desk and typing on her laptop. Text reads: How to Challenge a PIP Decision in the UK What to Do If Your Claim Is Refused or Underpaid

How to Challenge a PIP Decision in the UK: What to Do If Your Claim Is Refused or Underpaid

Even people with long-term conditions and previous awards can be denied after a PIP review or reassessment.
If that’s happened to you, you have the right to challenge a PIP decision.

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Purpl

July 2, 2025

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Grants for Disabled Children in the UK: What Help Can You Get?

Raising a child with a disability comes with incredible joys, but it also comes with extra costs. From specialist equipment to transport and home adaptations, the expenses can really add up. The good news? There is help out there. Whether you’re looking for funding for vital items or support to make your home safer and […]

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Purpl

April 30, 2025

Three disabled men who are wheelchair users, have their hands in the air, the text reads A disabled persons guide to Adult Disability Payments ADP

How to Apply for ADP (Adult Disability Payment) and Maximise the Benefits in Scotland

A guide to ADP in Scotland (Adult Disability Payment)

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

April 10, 2025