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Not sure if anyone else is in similar situation. Our son’s ongoing award is due to reviewed at some point from May 2027. I am aware of the recent press regarding the Timms review and Autism being a condition that has been mentioned on several occasions of being reduced or possibly not eligible under pip in the future. This…

I've been claiming UC for years at this point. This is the first time I've gotten a To-Do asking me to confirm my claim details. There are a few things that I'm a little confused about, so it would be great if anyone here could clarify them for me! in the 'where you live and what it costs' section, it says 'you live with…

I am new to the forum and have been diagnosed with oesphageal disability with not lots of help from consultant. My issue is I struggle with excess Thick saliva that's worse when I drink....it really affects my mental health....anyone the same symptoms and what helps? Thanks in advance, Carol K. Ps I'm 55 years old.

Hello Everyone I would like to find out how people have been finding the experience with Motability Foundation (grants team)? I have had an awful personal experience and wondering how many of us are out there who feel like the team have not listened to their concerns and feel treated unfairly? I am in the process of…

hi all hope you are well Had a telephone assessment today for my pip review they said because my review form was from 2024 they wanted to ask a few questions, was on the phone for 10 minutes just to confirm I still have panic attacks etc The medical evidence I sent was told confirms my diagnosis Was told I’ll receive a…

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Hi, I first rang up for my PIP claim 13th March. Had my assessment last Wednesday and found out my assessment is being audited. After searching around it seems theres posts on reddit by assessors that claim being audited generally means they will lower points. Whats peoples experience with this? Also how long does a report…

Hi, is their a way I can view my benefits on line, i,e my PIP account and my ESA Support group account??? I have tried through the .gov website but don`t seem to be able to find a account. Thanks

hey everyone! I’ve not posted in a long time. hope everyone is well. I can not complain about my life at all. My family and friends are so supportive and say I can achieve anything that I want… it’s a nice little support group in that we are all here for one another and I love that! Sometimes I find it difficult to…

Hi everyone, im looking for some advice/clear explanation on my situation as what i have found online isn't exactly easily digestible for someone with ADHD, anxiety and dyslexia like myself. I got moved to Universal credit a couple of years back and so far my claim has remained the same amount because there hasn't been any…

Ive only had one appointment in two years This appointment occurred when I was living with my parents Now I've moved out Been asking for one home visit since 2025 Ive already complained and social services stick up for her saying she called you (for 10mins!!) every 8 weeks I already called and called I think there's always…

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Hi everyone first time posting. I have ADHD and some other health issues that I currently claim PIP for. I am struggling to find work, I have been out of work now for atleast 5 years due to my health. My main struggle is getting interviews. I have had a lot of rejections from jobs recently. It feels like a never ending…

hi I have been awarded lcwra , I put my first sick note in on the 5th march and my payday is on the 29th of every month and was wondering when I should start to receive it.Also I was receiving lcwra as a single person up until January this year when I made a joint claim for myself and my partner so does this mean it would…

I've been benefit capped by UC and they have deducted £2139.61 from my award What's left isn't even enough to pay my rent and I knew this month would be worse because I'm off work for my surgery but I didn't think UC would be so much worse. I don't understand what's happened or why they have taken so much. Can I challenge…

A world away from the billionaires and rampant excess. https://www.theguardian.com/world/ng-interactive/2026/jul/13/jakarta-trash-garbage-rubbish-bantar-gebang-landfill

Who do you think deserves to be put on the back of a bank note after they pass away of course? Mine would be David Attenborough and Michael Caine.

A rare solar eclipse will transform the skies above Britain and much of Europe next month. Millions across the UK are set to see up to 90% of the sun disappear when the rare celestial event takes place on Wednesday, August 12. marking the first total solar eclipse visible from Europe since 1999. The moon will pass directly…

I will receive a full state pension soon …i am in the middle of migration from esa support group with SDP to UC …presently I receive both elements of Pip daily care & mobility .i am on my own ..no one receives carers allowance for me…if I retain my pip award am I able to claim pension credit even with the full government…

You have unlimited budget so feel free to add gold flakes to everything 😂 Mine's quite boring as I'm fussy so I look forward to seeing yours which I'm sure will be much more adventurous! Starter - Cheesy garlic pizza bread Main - Stuffed crust 4 cheese pizza with goats cheese Dessert - A warm chocolate fudge cake with…

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@SaraC_Scope was on BBC Radio Wales Breakfast Show this morning, to talk about Disability Pride Month, what it means to her and her lived experiences. After you’ve had a listen, I think we can all clearly agree: she was absolutely fantastic and really did herself and Scope proud. You can tell the presenter, Dot Davies,…

just joined the group. Pleased to meet you all. Merry. Christmas

I have only recently become disabled myself but have noticed the decrepancy in how we are treated for a long time, especially those of us with mobility issues. My latest rant is about idiot designers who think putting cupboards and shelves too high for use is a clever use of space!

Been diagnosed with osteo arthritis in my hip i have had it a few year ,its getting unbearable been referred to msk and currently waiting for appointment, i work at coop and its a very fast paced enviroment thats ever growing with orders ,deliveroo and other platforms, anyway my contract is 20 hours and often do 39 ,since…

Good evening everyone, I'm writing on behalf of my parents with an issue they've had (and I've been trying to get answers for!) for over a year now. As we know, Central Government guidance states that PIP is NOT counted as income. For many years (until last year) my parents have received a Council Tax reduction because my…

I'm playing Gun on the PS2 at the moment, it's a third person shooter with a little bit of first person shooting, a Western, cowboys, Indians, you can ride horses and it's kind of sandboxy, it seems like a similar game to the Red Dead Redemption games, it's a really well made game and I'm finding it to be quite fun which…