01.09.26
The government’s review of PIP A full government review of Personal Independence Payment (PIP) started the summer of 2025, triggered by a parliamentary debate on the new Universal Credit Act. Sir Stephen Timms was appointed to lead this review, so you may see this referred to as the ‘Timms Review’.…
26.01.26
Key implications of the Public Authorities (Fraud, Error and Recovery) Act 2025 Have you updated the DWP recently? There are changes to what the new law means for benefit claimants. Renaissance Legal can help you, whether you are a claimant, supporting a loved one with their benefit claims, or a…
20.01.26
Disability Living Allowance (DLA) for children Disability Living Allowance (DLA) is a non-means tested benefit, awarded to help families cope with the extra costs associated with bringing up a child with additional care and support needs. DLA is split into 2 components: the care component and the mobility component. A…
16.01.26
Benefits for autistic children with attention deficit hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) In this blog we are going to look at Disability Living Allowance (DLA) for autistic children (under 16 years of age) with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). DLA is the only benefit specifically available to autistic children with ADHD. However,…
11.12.25
Benefits Update after the Autumn Budget 2025 – a quick guide There is so much going on in the world of welfare benefits, that it’s difficult to know where to start with an update. So, in the spirit of optimism let’s begin with the ‘good news’ first. All benefit changes…
13.11.25
“Can I Work and Still Get Carer’s Allowance?” – A Guide for Parent Carers Around 1.5m people in the UK claim Carer’s Allowance and we are often asked questions about how working and earning interacts with this benefit. Carer’s Allowance is not means-tested, however, working can potentially impact a person’s…
21.10.25
In this piece we explore the roles and responsibilities of being a professional Attorney or Deputy, and share some of the more complex factors around welfare benefits that you should be aware of. As a professional Attorney or Deputy, it is your responsibility to ensure that you do the following…
04.08.25
Thinking about a time when you may not be here to support your children can be frightening for parents. If you have a child with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), their future can be especially difficult to think about as they may have varying needs throughout their lifetime. It’s natural to…
09.06.25
Carers Week 2025 is taking place from 9th to 15th June. We support this annual campaign to acknowledge and show appreciation for the very hard job that unpaid carers do to support and care for some of the most vulnerable in our communities. This year’s theme is ‘Caring about equality,…
29.04.25
What is PIP? PIP is a benefit for people who need help with the extra costs of disability or long-term health conditions. It is available to people who need help with everyday tasks or getting around, or both. PIP is not means-tested, and therefore income and capital are not considered…
