Petition · Department for Work and Pensions

Give pensioners access to PIP, as they are currently excluded from pension age

Closed 91 signatures

What the petition asks

We ask the UK Government to allow pensioners to claim Personal Independence Payment (PIP). People over State Pension age cannot make new PIP claims and must use Attendance Allowance, which we believe gives less support and no mobility component. Allowing PIP could provide fairer, needs-based support
Many pensioners live with disabilities that impact daily life, yet they cannot claim PIP and must rely on Attendance Allowance, which we think offers less support and no mobility element. This leaves some older people struggling with extra costs linked to care, mobility, and independence. Extending PIP could provide fairer, needs based help, reduce financial pressure, and ensure pensioners receive support that reflects their real circumstances.

Timeline

12 Dec 2025 Petition opened for signatures
12 Jun 2026 Closed to new signatures

Key facts

Signatures 91
Status Closed
Department Department for Work and Pensions
Opened 12 Dec 2025
Closed 12 Jun 2026

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 14 Aug 2026.