The coalition has published its consultation paper on DLA reform, and proposes to abolish this crucial benefit by 2013/2014 and to replace it with a Personal Independence Payment (P.I.P.) Although the reforms include a proposed simplification of the application process, all existing DLA claimants will face having their claim re-assessed as part of the changeover. Since one of the reasons behind the reforms is the Government's aim to reduce the cost of DLA by 20%,  there are serious concerns that many people who depend on the financial assistance DLA brings will be excluded from P.I.P. or will receive less under the new scheme.

Click here for the Government Consultation Paper on DLA reform

Click here for the Goverment Executive Summary of the Consulation Paper