DWP confirmed up to Extra £633 Per Month from April 2025: Check Eligibility Criteria

There are now over 3.7 million adults across Great Britain claiming Personal Independence Payment (PIP), according to new figures from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). In Scotland, around 35,000 people are now covered under Adult Disability Payment (ADP), which has replaced PIP for all new claims north of the border.

Both PIP and ADP help people with long-term health conditions, disabilities, or mental health issues to manage their daily living and mobility needs. Depending on the combination of support you’re eligible for, you could receive between £29.20 and £187.45 per week, or up to £749.80 every 4 weeks.

What many people don’t realise is that if your condition changes, you might qualify for more support—and potentially an extra £633 per month.

PIP and ADP – What’s the Difference?

PIP (Personal Independence Payment) is used across England and Wales

ADP (Adult Disability Payment) is Scotland’s replacement for PIP, managed by Social Security Scotland

If you’re in Scotland and still receiving PIP, your claim will transfer to ADP soon. You’ll receive a letter confirming when this happens.

How Much Can You Get on PIP or ADP?

PIP and ADP are made up of two parts:

1. Daily Living Component (for help with daily activities):

• Standard: £73.90 per week
• Enhanced: £110.40 per week

2. Mobility Component (for help with moving around):

• Standard: £29.20 per week
• Enhanced: £77.05 per week

The maximum you can get each week is £187.45, which totals £749.80 every 4 weeks, or up to £9,747.40 per year.

You Could Get Up to £633 More Each Month

If you’re already receiving PIP or ADP, you might not be getting the highest rate. Many people don’t realise that if their condition gets worse, they may be eligible for more support.

Here are two examples:

1. From mobility standard to enhanced rate only:

• Current: £29.20/week → £116.80/4 weeks
• New: £187.45/week → £749.80/4 weeks
• Monthly increase: £633
• Annual increase: £8,229.60

2. From both components at standard to both at enhanced rates:

• Current: £412.40/4 weeks
• New: £749.80/4 weeks
• Monthly increase: £337.40
• Annual increase: £4,386

Important: PIP/ADP Is Based on How Your Condition Affects You

The DWP clearly explains that PIP is not awarded based on the condition itself, but on how it impacts your ability to live independently.

According to GOV.UK:

“Claimants with the same condition may get different outcomes. The outcome is based on an independent assessment and all available evidence.”

This means that even if you have the same diagnosis as someone else, your payment could be different depending on how it affects your daily life.

What Should You Do If Your Condition Changes?

If your health has changed or worsened:

• Contact DWP (or Social Security Scotland in Scotland) to report the change
• Request a review or reassessment of your PIP or ADP award
• Prepare to submit medical evidence or undergo a new assessment
• If successful, your payments could be increased and backdated

If you’re on PIP or ADP and your condition has changed, you could be missing out on up to £633 every month. Many people don’t realise they can request a reassessment if they need more help with daily tasks or mobility.

With PIP rates now increased for 2025/26, it’s worth checking your current award and speaking to DWP or Social Security Scotland to make sure you’re getting everything you’re entitled to.

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