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Published 31 Jan 2025
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DWP's new 'light touch' review for PIP claimants
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is making some changes that could make life a little easier for those claiming personal independence payment (PIP).
Written by: Michelle Kight
Financial content writer
Published: 31 January 2025
If you’re nearing the end of a 10-year award, you might get a letter from DWP saying you won’t need to attend a face-to-face assessment.
A ‘light touch’
This new approach, dubbed a ‘light touch’ review, means that in most cases, you’ll only need to fill out a review form instead of facing the usual assessment.
DWP has put together a sample ‘PIP AR2’ form, which is available on GOV.UK to help you get ready.
It’s just six pages long and covers essential areas of your life.
What’s on the form?
The form asks about:
- your identity and contact details
- your immigration status
- your main healthcare professional
- changes to your health condition since your last award
- changes to your daily living and mobility needs
- your consent for DWP to collect further information
Have questions about PIP?
Why not check out our guide about PIP or use our free benefits calculator to make sure you’re getting everything you’re entitled to?
Written by: Michelle Kight
Financial content writer
Michelle is a qualified journalist who spent over seven years writing for her local online newspaper. Having grown up in some of the North West’s most deprived areas, she has a first-hand and empathetic understanding of what it means to face serious money worries. With a strong interest in mental health issues, she is a keen advocate of boosting the accessibility of financial wellness services.
Published: 31 January 2025
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Written by: Michelle Kight
Financial content writer
Published: 31 January 2025