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The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has confirmed no changes to the daily living or mobility components of Personal independence payment (PIP) until the Timms Review concludes next Autumn. The DWP has previously said there would be no changes to the mobility element, however, in Parliament on Monday, Sir Stephen Timms did not rule it out. ‌

The Minister for Social Security and Disability took a question during the scheduled DWP session from Labour backbencher Emma Lewell about the Motability scheme, which PIP claimants can access by swapping all or part of their higher rate of their mobility award, to lease a new vehicle, scooter or powered wheelchair. ‌

Speculation is growing that Chancellor Rachel Reeves could reform parts of the Motability scheme, to make sa

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