Written Question·Treasury·UIN 107593
Poverty: Disability
Tabled: 21 January 2026
Answered: 28 January 2026
Question
Dr Al Pinkerton
Liberal Democrat — Surrey Heath
To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what steps she plans to take through the tax system to help reduce the number of disabled and sick people in poverty in Surrey Heath constituency.
Answer
James MurraySupport for disabled people is predominantly provided through the welfare system, including Personal Independence Payment (PIP) which can be worth over £9,500 a year to assist with extra costs individuals may face. Focusing support through the welfare sys...
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