The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has issued a new update on the future of Personal Independence Payment (PIP), with a new review now under way. The Government is asking people to share their views as part of plans to look at how the benefit works and whether changes are needed. PIP is designed to help people with long-term health conditions or disabilities with the extra costs they face in daily life.

Now, ministers want to make sure the system is still fit for purpose and reflects modern life. The update was shared by DWP in a post on X, where it confirmed the next step in the process. It said: “The Timms Review steering group wants to hear your views on the future of PIP. The first step in the group’s engagement – a Call for Evidence – is now open. They will share more ways to get involved soon.”

The Call for Evidence officially opened on March 19, 2026, and will run until 11.59pm on May 28, 2026.

It is being carried out by the DWP on behalf of the Timms Review steering group. The aim is to gather feedback from a wide range of people, including those with lived experience of PIP, as well as carers, clinicians, charities, experts and MPs.

Officials say the review is being co-produced with disabled people and those who understand the system best. The review itself is being led by Sir Stephen Timms, Minister for Social Security and Disability, alongside Sharon Brennan and Dr Clenton Farquharson CBE.

They are supported by a steering group of 12 members with diverse backgrounds and experiences. The Government says the goal is to make sure PIP is fair and works properly in a changing world.

It also wants to ensure the benefit helps people live independently, support better health and achieve better living standards.

As part of the review, four main areas are being looked at. The first focuses on the overall role and purpose of PIP and whether it is fulfilling its intended purpose. This includes looking at how it supports independence and whether it helps people take part in work and daily life.

The second area looks at eligibility and whether the system is fair. This includes how assessments are conducted and whether they accurately reflect the impact of different conditions. It will also consider whether people face barriers when applying for support.

The third area focuses on people’s experience of claiming PIP. This includes everything from applying for the benefit to receiving a decision, as well as the appeals process. Officials will also look at communication, accessibility and whether people trust the system.

The final area looks at how things have changed since PIP was introduced in 2013. This includes changes in society, the workplace and the number of people claiming support.

The review will consider whether PIP needs to adapt to reflect these changes in the future.

People and organisations can submit evidence in different ways, including online, by email or by post.

Responses can be submitted anonymously, and people can also send attachments or longer submissions by email if needed.

Submissions can include written responses, data or reports that may help shape the review. All evidence will be shared with the steering group, and the DWP will also produce a summary of the responses.

The Government has also made the process accessible, with versions available in formats such as British Sign Language, audio, Braille, large print and Welsh.

For more information on how to take part, click here.