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A pile of energy bills and text over the top that reads April 2025 UK Energy Price Cap Rise: How Will It Affect Disabled People?

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April 2025 UK Energy Price Cap Rise: How Will it Affect Disabled People and What Support is Available?

In April, the Energy Price Cap is set to rise again, we know this will be causing stress and anxiety for our members and so we wanted to try and explain what the price cap rise may mean for you and what you can do about it. On 25 February 2025, Ofgem announced a 6.4% […]

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

March 10, 2025

A pile of medicine blister packs with pills inside and text in a purple banner reading A disabled Pesons guide to Understanding NHS prescriptions

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Do Disabled People Get Free Prescriptions in the UK? How to Save on Medication Costs 

This Purpl guide outlines everything you need to know about NHS prescription charges.

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Purpl

March 4, 2025

Sara Stacey is a white woman with shoulder length brown hair, she is wearing a teal jumper that says Muscles Matter on the front and is a wheelchair user, she is on a balcony with a view of water and a mountain town in the background

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International Wheelchair Day and Navigating Accessibility

Sara Stacey, Ambassador for Purple Tuesday talks to us about Accessibility

Sara Stacey
Sara Stacey

March 1, 2025

An overhead view of to people sat on the floor going through their finances with text that reads Financial Crisis Support Guide

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Financial Crisis Support Across the UK

As someone who is disabled, I know first-hand how expensive it is living with a disability, not only as our community faces additional challenges including less employment opportunities and pay gap differences but also have to endure the additional financial strain caused by the cost of living crisis. I set up Purpl to help reduce […]

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

February 24, 2025

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Airport Parking for Blue Badge Holders – A Guide to Holiday Parking for Disabled People

A guide to parking with your Blue Badge at Uk airports this year.

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

February 17, 2025

A woman is pushing a child in a wheelchair outdoors, the text reads Holiday Grants for Disabled people

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How to Apply for a Disabled Holiday Grant for Disabled People in the UK

A supportive guide and list of Holiday Grants for Disabled People in the UK

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

February 13, 2025

A woman is pushing a man who is a wheelchair user in a living room, text reads PIP points and descriptors guide

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How are PIP Points Given? Understanding PIP Descriptors and Scoring for Maximum Benefits

Personal Independence Payment (PIP) is a welfare benefit provided by the UK government to help people who have a long-term physical or mental health condition or disability. It is intended to help cover the extra costs associated with daily living or mobility issues caused by the condition. To be eligible for PIP you will be […]

Georgina Founder of Purpl and Carly Benefits Advisor
Georgina Founder of Purpl and Carly Benefits Advisor

February 6, 2025

A woman is a wheelchair user and is washing the pots in a kitchen, she is wearing a turquoise jumper and and hat

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Understanding WaterSure and Water Support for Disabled People in the UK

Water is a basic necessity of life, yet for many households in the UK, managing water bills can be a struggle. This challenge is especially significant for disabled people or those living with medical conditions that increase water usage. To provide relief, the UK government has introduced WaterSure in England, and Watersure Wales, a program […]

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

February 4, 2025

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Warm Home Discount – Could You Save £150 on Your Heating Bills This Year?

Are you missing out on £150 toward your heating bills this winter?

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

January 30, 2025