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Cost of Living: Impact on People with a Disability

Monday 23 January 2023 · 2 questions

Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.

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Answered 0 Partly answered 2 Not answered 0

Key points

  • Six million people receiving eligible disability benefits received a 150 disability cost of living payment last year and will receive another this year.
  • The Government's cost of living package includes a 900 payment for those on qualifying means-tested benefits.
  • Discretionary support is available to help bridge the funding gap for those with disabilities.

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Peter Aldous Con
Benefits & Welfare
Context

The MP is concerned about the impact of rising costs on individuals with disabilities, a group that faces higher expenses.

Question

What steps he is taking to help tackle the disproportionate impact of the cost of living crisis on people with a disability?

Answer from Tom Pursglove

Six million people receiving an eligible disability benefit received a £150 disability cost of living payment last year and will receive another this year. Additional support includes up to £900 for those on qualifying means-tested benefits.

Partly answered

Not addressed: The specific ask about bridging the heating cost gap was not addressed.

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Q2 Peter Aldous Con
Benefits & Welfare
Context

The MP notes that those with disabilities incur higher heating costs due to reduced mobility and longer periods spent at home. Parkinson's UK estimates an additional cost of £1,200.

Question

The £150 disability cost of living payment is welcome but does not cover the estimated additional heating cost of £1,200 for those with disabilities. Will my hon. Friend set out what the Government are doing to provide advice and help those with a disability to bridge this funding gap?

Answer from Tom Pursglove

The £150 payment is part of a wider package including the £900 cost of living payment, £300 pensioner payment, and energy price guarantee. Discretionary support is also available.

Partly answered

Not addressed: Specific advice on bridging the heating cost gap was not provided.

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