Reply To: Future of PIP/disability support

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onelegleft
Participant

    Unfortunately, PIP, as a non-means tested benefit is unpopular with the public. Although I have a very obvious physical disability, I tell the nosey neighbours that I have a “lease” when a shiny new car appears on the drive every three years. I never tell anyone I get PIP as I really don’t trust people. I hear a lot of negative comments about ‘free cars’ all the time. Politicians know this and getting rid of PIP/Motability is low hanging fruit. I’ve just renewed my MB contract and won’t be surprised if it’s my last. The one caveat is that they may go after the non-physical disabilities first as ‘one legged man left with no car’ doesnt sound great I suppose. I’ll sign the consultation doc but I really don’t expect it to get a whole lot of support from the public.