Written Question·Department for Work and Pensions·UIN 108794

Personal Independence Payment: Advisory Services

Tabled: 27 January 2026

Answered: 13 February 2026

Question

Navendu Mishra

To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what steps his Department is taking to help protect benefit claimants from being charged high fees by private companies for assistance with Personal Independence Payment applications.

Answer

Sir Stephen Timms

We are aware that some private companies provide advice on how to claim Personal Independence Payment (PIP), including some who may charge a fee for their services. For those claiming PIP, we provide detailed guidance and information. We would also encour...

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