Petition · Department for Work and Pensions

End routine PIP reassessments for people with lifelong & progressive conditions

Open for signatures 32 signatures

What the petition asks

We want the Government to end routine Personal Independence Payment (PIP) reassessments for people with lifelong, progressive or irreversible conditions where there is no realistic prospect of significant improvement. Most chronic illness' worsen over time / remain unchanged from initial assessment.
People with lifelong and progressive conditions are often required to undergo repeated reassessments despite medical evidence showing their condition is unlikely to improve. We believe these reassessments cause unnecessary stress, worsen health, consume NHS and DWP resources, and provide little benefit. We believe longer-term or ongoing awards should be the default for claimants with permanent conditions.

Timeline

4 Aug 2026 Petition opened for signatures

Key facts

Signatures 32
Status Open for signatures
Department Department for Work and Pensions
Opened 4 Aug 2026

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 5 Aug 2026.