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Local funds for some young people losing Pip under Milburn plans
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Exclusive: Former health secretary says he wants to ‘tear up the old approach’, with under-25s to lose personal independence payments UK politics live – latest updates Some young people with disabilities will lose their personal independence payments and will have to apply instea
Exclusive: Former health secretary says he wants to ‘tear up the old approach’, with under-25s to lose personal independence payments UK politics live – latest updates Some young people with disabilities will lose their personal independence payments and will have to apply instead to a local fund for short-term expenses and equipment, Alan Milburn’s review will recommend. While those with the most severe needs’ entitlement will be protected, others will be asked to apply for money for specific purposes rather than an ongoing payment. Continue reading...
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