Adult Disability Payment

Adult Disability Payment

As from 29th August 22 Personal Independence Payment for NEW claims in will be replaced by a new Social Security Scotland benefit – Adult Disability Payment. This means that any adult of working age who has a disability/medical condition that affects their daily living activities or mobility will require to claim Adult Disability Payment instead of Personal Independence Payment.

Any change of circumstances reported after 29th August 22 or any review of awards being completed after this date will be transferred to Adult Disability Payment.

Any claimant who is currently in receipt of Disability Living Allowance or Personal Independence Payment will remain on this benefit meantime. Transfer from PIP/DLA to Adult Disability Payment will be completed automatically by Social Security Scotland. This process should be completed by June 2024.

If you have any queries regarding above, please contact Tracy Doran, Income Maximisation Officer Direct Dial 01786 431921