PIP Mobility Component

Hi, at the moment claimants can qualify for the high rate mobility component of DLA in a number of ways; one of these is that "the exertion required to walk would constitute a danger to life or would be likely to lead to a serious deterioration in health" As far I understand how far a person can walk is not relevant; what is relevant is the effect walking may have on the persons health or life. People with things like chest, heart, and lung conditions can qualify for the high rate mobility component this way.
From what I have read regarding PIP I have not seen any reference to this "effect of exertion" rule. Has this method of qualifying for the mobility component of DLA been removed from PIP? Any information would be much appreciated. Thanks in advance, Keith.

flossbenji wrote: Hi, at the moment claimants can qualify for the high rate mobility component of DLA in a number of ways; one of these is that "the exertion required to walk would constitute a danger to life or would be likely to lead to a serious deterioration in health" As far I understand how far a person can walk is not relevant; what is relevant is the effect walking may have on the persons health or life. People with things like chest, heart, and lung conditions can qualify for the high rate mobility component this way.
From what I have read regarding PIP I have not seen any reference to this "effect of exertion" rule. Has this method of qualifying for the mobility component of DLA been removed from PIP? Any information would be much appreciated. Thanks in advance, Keith.

Hi K,

There is a "DRAFT" PIP Claims Guide from the top link on this page :

www.benefitsandwork.co.uk/help-for-claimants/dla/#pip

There is also further information, here :

www.benefitsandwork.co.uk/personal-independence-payment-pip

Further the PIP Topic thread in our Spotlights Area at the top of the forum is updated at regular intervals, see :

www.benefitsandwork.co.uk/forum?view=top...id=10&id=85481#85481

Hope this helps.

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