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Evening Standard
Evening Standard
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Ian Jones

INSANE: Number claiming main disability benefit hits new record high | Vintage Vibes

Pip claimants jumped by more than half a million in the year to July 2026 (William Barton/Alamy) -

The number of people in England and Wales entitled to personal independence payments, known as Pip, has climbed to a record high.

Pip is the main benefit paid to someone who has a long-term physical or mental health condition or disability, and is intended to help with everyday tasks and extra living costs.

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