Disability: Cost of Living

(asked on 25th May 2023) - View Source

Question

To ask the Minister for Women and Equalities, what recent steps the Government has taken to support people with disabilities with increases in the cost of living.


Answered by
Mims Davies Portrait
Mims Davies
Shadow Minister (Women)
This question was answered on 7th June 2023

Over 8 million households on eligible means-tested benefits will receive Cost of Living Payments, totalling up to £900. The first instalment of £301 was paid recently.

In addition, over six million people receiving an eligible disability benefit will receive a further £150 disability cost of living payment from the 20th of June.

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