DWP To Give PIP Claimants Extra £340 Boost In Bank Accounts
Claimants of Personal Independence Payment (PIP) may soon see an extra £340 per year hitting their bank accounts, thanks to the latest inflation‑linked uprating by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).
Here’s everything you need to know about this anticipated increase and how it affects your benefits.
Why a £340 Increase?
- The United Kingdom’s inflation, as measured by the Consumer Prices Index (CPI), rose to 3.8% in July 2025, up from 3.6% in June .
- With benefits typically uprated in line with inflation each April, this percentage increase translates into financial gains for PIP recipients.
What It Means for PIP Recipients
| Component | Weekly Before | Weekly After (Approx.) | 4-Week Payment Before | 4-Week Payment After | Approx. Annual Gain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daily Living (both rates) | £73.90 – £110.40 | +3.8% → from £76.70 – £114.75 | — | — | ~£340 |
| Mobility (both rates) | £29.20 – £77.05 | +3.8% → from £30.30 – £79.98 | — | — | Part of combined gain |
Note: These figures are estimated based on a 3.8% inflation rise and typical uprating trends.
Current PIP Rates (2025–26)
According to official government releases and reputable sources:
- Daily Living Component:
- Standard: £73.90/week
- Enhanced: £110.40/week
- Mobility Component:
- Standard: £29.20/week
- Enhanced: £77.05/week
These are paid every four weeks and are tax-free, non-means-tested, and independent of earnings .
How the Increase Works
- Inflation‑linked uprating: Benefits like PIP typically rise annually in April based on CPI figures, meaning a 3.8% increase in CPI would yield around £28 per 4‑week period, or £340 per year per component .
- Example: The Daily Living enhanced rate could rise from £110.40 to approximately £114.75 weekly.
What to Expect
- From April next year, you may see increased PIP payments (weekly and every four weeks) reflecting the inflation adjustment.
- The actual amounts will depend on whether you receive standard or enhanced rates.
If you’re receiving PIP, expect an inflation-linked boost of around £340 a year, starting next April.
The 3.8% CPI rise in July 2025 underpins this adjustment, aimed at helping recipients cope with living cost pressures. It’s a modest but meaningful improvement to your weekly finances.
FAQs
How will the £340 increase be paid?
It’ll be added to your regular PIP payments, likely seen in your weekly or four‑weekly payment after April.
Does this increase apply to both PIP components?
Yes — the Daily Living and Mobility components are both uprated by the inflation rate, so your total increase depends on which rate you receive.
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