DWP will pay nearly £200 each week for one of 25 medical conditions - full list

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The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is set to issue an increase for all components of Personal Independence Payment (PIP) from April.

As the benefit increases in line with September's rate of inflation of 6.7 per cent, many claimants will see a significant boost to their finances.

It also means that now is a good time to send in an application form for PIP to take advantage of the new rates. PIP is provided to those who have either a health condition or disability that affected their day-to-day life.

As the benefit is paid weekly, some people could get as much as £184.30 a week when the new rates kick in from April. Read more: Why DWP universal credit claimants may not get full benefit increase until May Overall, this would equate to £798.53 a month or £9,582.60 a year.

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