Petition · Department for Work and Pensions

Let people claim DLA past age 16 if caring for a non-Gillick Competent adult

Closed 41 signatures

What the petition asks

Give the option for those who care for individuals with Severe, Profound, Complex Needs the option to remain on Disability Living Allowance beyond the age of 16. We believe this is needed due to ongoing issues with PIP reform
Since its introduction, PIP has caused undue stress, financial hardship, and harm to many disabled people and their families due to what we see as a flawed assessments and a point-based system that does not adequately reflect the complexities of many conditions. The reforms could increase the flaws in the system and carers rely on DLA to support these children, and will need to continue to support them throughout adulthood.

Timeline

29 Aug 2025 Petition opened for signatures
28 Feb 2026 Closed to new signatures

Key facts

Signatures 41
Status Closed
Department Department for Work and Pensions
Opened 29 Aug 2025
Closed 28 Feb 2026

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 21 Aug 2026.