PIP Claims Surge Amid Mental Health Crisis | Manchester News

New data reveals that nearly 235,000 working-age adults in Greater Manchester are claiming Personal Independence Payments—about one in ten—highlighting a nationwide surge as PIP claims across England and Wales hit four million. Mental health conditions now drive most claims, accounting for nearly 40% of all applications and more than doubling in six years. While PIP is meant to cover extra living costs—not replace income—it’s under fire for being emotionally taxing, with an independent review warning it’s causing distress and forcing some to quit work or social life. Regional disparities also emerge, with Wythenshawe and Sale East leading at one in eight claimants, while Northern areas see higher rates than London. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/75693ace836c3d7c