What Is Changing With PIP This July (2024) - The FACTS

[@CharliesJourney]

If you want to contact me all of the links are in the description of this video! There is also a link to my newsletter where I do weekly updates on PIP (and my life), that is a faster way to get updates (if you are interested).

[@martinleitch1147]

@@CharliesJourney yes I will subscribe to your news letter thank you 🙏 & will make contact with you again , take care Charlie

[@mariaparaskeva9421]

Charlie. Can I e mail you about my brother ? X

[@mariaparaskeva9421]

I don't know how to contact you x

[@carolhodson6353]

Vouchers is no good for anyone. I have chronic illness but I don't have pip luckily I am not to bad but my doctor says it will get worse.

[@nuttynoodles]

Why do I need to get a sick note if I’m on pip. Due to my conditions. I haven’t been able to work since 2019. I’ve read that I don’t need a sick note yet on migrating my details if said I needed to apply for one. Which I have.

[@katebaxter1160]

Charlie you have just given the government what they need to know from a disabled person. Don’t waste your efforts. Send it in. It’s not politics You are a disabled person affected by this. The big charities will do their bit of course but individuals like you need to be heard. Thankyou by the way.

[@FrOgFrIeND753]

People forget about the children under 18 that care for caregivers and are to scared to speak out, because they don't want to lose their loved ones by getting removed from their care and leaving them on their own. They are to young to claim carers allowance and they also need things to, like getting food and toiletries not just for the sick family members but them selves.. also cloths, education supplies and travel and so much more let alone to get what the care giver needs. This is very concerning. We need more financial support for those caregivers children.

[@MammaCass]

As a single mother with disability I so agree with you 😢

[@judithmitchell9065]

I really love the fact that the government (pretty much full of abled bodied people) seem to believe that they know better what my needs as a disabled person are. And they have the audacity to say that it is to help us be more independent while taking away our independence by telling us where and how we can spend our PIP by giving us vouchers... I really hope that Labour ditch this at the earliest opportunity. When any able bodied person says to me "you just need to...", "this would make your life as a disabled person so much better" etc I really wish that they could develop a chronic illness/disability - not for life, just for long enough for them to understand what we all go through each and every day.

[@lilacmollymoo]

Absolutely. It's only when you are disabled that you fully understand the small daily struggles that leave you feeling absolutely exhausted.

[@MetalSamantha]

They don’t have a bloody clue, do they?

[@paulecco7261]

People are struggling and using Pip on normal household bills

[@karencooper3428]

I always have done

[@PaulJones-tb1id]

@karencooper3428 Yeah, I bet you’re loaded

[@HadEnough79]

​@@PaulJones-tb1idr u joking

[@lisaroberts5889]

@@PaulJones-tb1idIS A BORED TROLL - ignore the ignorant.

[@Julie-si3hi]

Exactly 😢

[@mikebridge.679]

Hi Charlie, ever since I had my Pip Tribunal and successfully winning it, after binging on your KZbin for 2 days. Anyone that asks me for any advice I give them the best I can. But I always tell them to check out your KZbin, you are truly an amazing person. Thank you x❤

[@Improbus-uh4ox]

I suffer from ms, fibromyalgia, mental health, anxiety, depression, severe liver disease, osteoarthritis, osteoporosis total deafness, use aids galore, but no support from anyone, I pay for help and support, if they introduce vouchers, I'm going to meet my creator, what's the point in living if you can't feel alive. I just want my life back... See you in heaven..

[@mcjs8640]

Please remember, nothing had been decided. The new government will be making their own plans.

[@JonnyRatclffe3467]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@evanspierre493]

❤

[@nikkiwalsh2762]

Trust me...i understand. Please keep strong many prayers.🙏🙏🙏💜

[@EileenGoehring-lb8hy]

I feel the same

[@richardajoy79]

The more people who send feedback on this the better, I might give it a go... power to the people.

[@neorich59]

You forgot to say: "Right on." But yes to that! 😉😉

[@chyfields]

My neighbour spends her benefits on lots of tattoos, takeaways and taxis.

[@richardajoy79]

@@chyfields takeawys & taxis are fine but tattoos def not... prob getting too much money lol.

[@PaulOwens-uq8sx]

@@chyfieldshave you got nothing to do all day but snoop on your neighbour

[@chyfields]

@@PaulOwens-uq8sxThe neighbour tells us, perhaps boastfully, to wind up all the poorer pensioners on their state pension?

[@kitwilliams4874]

So basically if they introduce vouchers they'll only be for places, things and services that the government decides on. Basically removing our freedom of choice. How many of the people who are so against PIP and disabled benefits would be happy to have their life so heavily dicated to?

[@andywrollo2915]

Food bills etc any repairs etc etc. Vouchers. What a load of 💩

[@angelgemstone4089]

All ABT control

[@carolineowen7846]

Vouchers have an expiry date.

[@Mbmb777]

With the added stress of having condition to mess around with vouchers? So In pain need help and I got to rummage through vouchers when I just want to perhaps example order a takeaway ? Or give cash to a friend just to buy some bits from a local shop? We are all different with different needs

[@Mbmb777]

Sounds like they want to control and know what everyone spends on with vouchers and where we can buy from. Basically put people off too

[@davidb4800]

I totally agree that conditions that will never improve or be cured, shouldn't need a review every 2 years its just pointless and causes more back logs

[@geo_neo9]

It shows they know it can be that's what they are telling us between the lines with this. Mexico does stem cell technologies n are healing vast amounts of people. The UK n West are owned n controlled by pHARMaceutical so we won't get it. If they truly wanted us all of pip they would start stem cell technologies.

[@lynnegeddes7532]

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 my nephew is severely disabled from birth, with more than one degenerative disease, when he turned 16 he had his pip refused and was called to an interview, my wonderful niece, duly took him to said meeting and they didn’t want to hear from her only him, so she took him into the room, sat him on the floor and left with his wheelchair, about a minute later they were frantically looking for her because he was screaming, rocking, spitting, and lashing out. This is my nieces life 24/7 guess what he got his pip. Why did they put them through this. It was sickening 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@zzirSnipzz1]

Because they dont care

[@yvonnesimpson4584]

Possibly because they hadn’t seen him in person. Pleased he got it

[@suzielynne9421]

I look after my brother in my home with my husband, my brother has lived with us for 20 years he'has the capacity of a seven year old.. he is multi epileptic, wheelchair bound and has profound development problems, as well as speech impairment. So when his appointment comes up I have every intension of leaving him with the interviewers and going for a " coffee ". after all they are trained professionals.. apparently.

[@raytavares2256]

Am so sorry for what you went through, in my case I do even know when my mris is be which date including my mum where she was pressured to even speak about sensitive issues which she felt unc to speak about being a w and a mother just because I felt u to ha to repeat about her she was infected with herpititic and warts after being raped by 8 soldiers during wars and out of fear they demanded her to pay £187.00 for her month pension and because she was so scared and distressed because she thou that they are coming for me bcoz we all get similar AMOUNT OF PIP and I don't get her £187.00 pensions for her ill health retirement but she was so distressed because she felt like she is being bullied, pressured and being portrayed like a criminal just because of the £ 187.00 which comes from the same DWP meaning that they are expecting me to report the same amount of money in which they are the same administration who are dispensing the same money from them and demanding that I must tell them about the very same changes coming from the same team and yet I have problems in remembering short time memories as well as long time memories with difficulties of formulation words because of the same growth causing classic migraine almost daily incl rand falls.

[@Theresadoran-y7s]

Yes that’s sickening!!! So sorry to hear this , they just don’t care

[@KenniCampbell-o2c]

You are a beautiful, human being. You have taken on a task struggling against a cunning and tricking adversary whose aim is to deprive deserving, disadvantaged people who struggle against them and need your help to negotiate their traps and pitfalls for political gain. You deserve a medal for your sincerity, commitment, and for your own suffering. It is something I can appreciate, and I believe you are deserving of sainthood. Take care of yourself too, Charlie, keep warm when Winter comes. Thank you for everything, and God bless you.

[@Notreallyhere817r]

I'm epileptic and also have bpd and ptsd. It's amazing how people who don't have to live with disabilities can decide all we need is bloody vouchers

[@AnnClarridge]

I also have epilepsy as it’s a disability no one can see until you have a full blown fit. how vouchers are going to help me I’ve no idea??

[@Notreallyhere817r]

@AnnClarridge exactly, it's ridiculous, I have 3 types of seizure petit mal, myochlonic and grand mal, what possible vouchers could they give us lol

[@nau123]

i have epilepsy too and it’s so hard😔no one knows what you are going through and they are making these decisions like it’s a joke

[@BoBnotThat1]

I totally hate the idea of vouchers. It's not as if it's hard enough to live and pay for everyday life. I've been on PIP for over 10 years, high rate across the board for scoliosis. I'm also under the mental health team after losing my wife to COVID. It's not as if we have to choose what to pay for in winter, food or heating. I lost my driving license due to the meds I'm on, they took my licence in 2010. So I have relied on online shopping etc etc.

[@nannybluebelle8643]

I totally hear you …. and I’m really sorry for your loss . They want to take the little we have to live for too long..!

[@Kaz-xu5ot]

I think vouchers would finish me off. Cannot work for me.

[@ginadeacon9920]

Me neither, have pets to help me get by. Once finished paying for this Scooter, I know am going to need to finance more help 🙄😥😡 Retired now too 🤔

[@croonersteve]

I hope you don’t mind me asking what is the mental health team and would it be of benefit to me as I suffer with severe PTSD

[@ginadeacon9920]

@@croonersteve sadly it has been failing many, for over 35 yrs. Governments don't Fund it, like Dentistry they made it disposable. That way they have less work to do & it meets their Political Policies. Otherwise it would proove failure on their Governance 😒😔

[@thathurt]

This is being done/consulted on for two reasons. Not to save money. But to make sure their American buddies can get another foot in the door as a voucher contractor. And also to dehumamise claimiants.

[@deborahlong7882]

I spent two years battling to get PIP. I have degenerative disc disease and Steven-Johnson Syndrome. I was refused twice and finally won it on a judges decision in less than 20-minutes. I was diagnosed back in 2008 and spent years not claiming. If I didn’t have my daughter and husband I would not be able to live the quality of life I can now. I had spinal fusion surgery that allowed me to return to work but only part time. I use my PIP to pay for my car that allows me work. It also plugs a hole in my salary. I’m panicking now that I need to have another review next year and I have to go through it all again! Assessors who don’t you and administers who are not medically trained. Current system is designed to save the government money and not enhance disabled people’s lives. There are thousands of people who cheat the system and don’t deserve it. I agree with 100% of everything you are saying Charlie! God bless you! ❤

[@nad199]

It's absolutely ridiculous and disgusting as if we don't have enough problems to deal with. I am so fed up with our country if I had the money would have left UK long time ago .

[@Keeva-]

I don't understand how the voucher system would work. Many people use PIP to pay for casual help, home help, private care workers, cleaners etc. How is a voucher going to work for people who are paying for various private helpers? This sounds like a terrible idea that's only going to make life more difficult for disabled people.

[@jeremysmith54565]

I have a private helper thats a thing I didn't think about

[@Keeva-]

@@jeremysmith54565 It's just ridiculous. I don't understand how that could possibly work.

[@africandawn]

I sat and filled this form out! It was so long winded! It was so hard not to respond emotionally! I think it’s disgusting how they want to control us by removing our right to choice where and what we spend the money on! I don’t want to be restricted to products that are not suitable for me but are the only ones I can get from the prescribed list! It’s so dam hard to find something that suits your needs as it is! Plus I use services like cleaners and meal providers etc how can I pay for that with vouchers ? 35 different conditions effecting me various degrees daily, trying to push myself to work is impossible! No employer is going to employ those of us that will have more days sick and in bed than able to do any kind of work. I’m terrified on the outcome of this

[@andywrollo2915]

​@@africandawnThank you for filling the form out. This channel gets my goat. Making money out of others. Good luck and godbless❤

[@smh1072]

@@andywrollo2915how is this channel making money out of others. Charlie only wants to help vulnerable people. She understands because she has disability herself.

[@doyoumind.atall.stopspying5572]

I dont want vouchers

[@soupdragonuk]

Just how the hell are we supposed to pay for transport, electric, phone bills with f*cking vouchers?

[@GazcoybUTFT]

same here the gov can stick the vouchers where the sun dont shine

[@carlbland68]

@@soupdragonuk noose time for me if vouchers come

[@soupdragonuk]

@@carlbland68 Sadly, I think that's the action a lot will take. just like the actions of ATOS caused. If they do bring in vouchers the ATOS death toll will be insignificant.

[@sharonkour9721]

I have put across to house of parliament that we dont agree with vouchers and it will cause a heaving problem for ill and mental health so let's see what happens. The voucher will be a voucher her number so when ever you purchase something the number will be presented to only the people they allow to use the voucher on such as you can't use the voucher online or to travel on a bus or taxis unless ur going to appointments . Basically they wil take your independence away from you that's what they are doing, so then then the ill will give up and say we dont vouchers we are ill we will just go work I'm.ill person and I have worked while ill alll my life, and since I kept passing out I lost my job so the people staff at jobs don't wa t illl people shouldn't they have system gow to treat ill people out work become limited to wat we can do but we keep trying hard. this labour has took all thr stuff that conservatives was going to do I regret voting labour, because nothing has changed for thr better they keep adding income removing income then threatening us they stopping this stopping that and bring out vouchers that in it self willl make us ill. if you save that pip and tey hars to budget that money is urs and u can spend it on what you want. We all need to say no to vouchers we are more people than government

[@judyperks3974]

Hi Charlie. I got a text today to say I've been awarded pip. The lady assessor I had was very lovely to me. I am in hospital after a full knee replacement and I'm really struggling to get around. This news has really lifted my mood today. Thankyou for all your advice. It made all the difference.

[@batmandestroys1978]

Very Important! Do not spend no more than 28 days in Hospital or they will stop your PIP!

[@annelienkortleven5790]

You are such a cool lady to help so many people. I lived in a council apartment with just income-based ESA. It really wasn't enough. Now I get PIP and it has made my life a lot easier.

[@gleadhill79]

We have the bin collection service, where they take our bin from the top of the drive. The refuse men are so helpful and absolutely don't mind (well the ones we have). I have been told to sign up with Trent PTS for counselling and they will then refer me to services that I may be eligible for, that they know of, or they could apply on our behalf. Never knew that at all, but it makes sense when I watch Charlie's videos. She is like gold dust isn't she, absolute gold! 💖

[@jeremywentworth1833]

Im on PIP and it really helps i have emphysema & get terribly out of breath & do not smoke . Im worried with labour now back in power & sometime they will say you don't need it or stop it for everyone on it . Labour are also too soft on immigration

[@PaulJones-tb1id]

@jeremywentworth1833 What’s wrong with mass immigration?… I think it’s better to have open borders..

[@meltimmins6368]

Ps..A Green Paper is…. The term 'green paper' refers to government consultation on policy. They often outline thinking and alternatives, but are seeking views from interested parties before proceeding. A 'green paper' is often, but not always, followed by a 'white paper' on the same subject as the ideas are firmed up.

[@lilacmollymoo]

I absolutely agree, it's astounding that the most vulnerable were scapegoated by the previous government, as a disabled woman it was terrifying but also I feel it tainted the way the general public view disabled people, to the point that we were being seen as 'faking' - absolutely shocking, it's sent back disabled rights by years. People seem to forget that you CAN work and get PIP, I also agree that none of us want to be disabled and have to claim. Yes! Help us get better and help us find jobs that we can do but don't impact our health more by scaremongering.

[@wendywhiteley5759]

I had an assessment at home. Was receiving high card and standard mobility. They scored me zero and stopped my payments. I appealed by doing a mandatory reconsideration. I won without it going any further. Please appeal! They assessment was full of lies. And at one point I was insulted because they put down that I looked ‘well nourished’ so basically calling me fat. The whole process is a nightmare and god knows how many lose their benefits and don’t appeal because of it. Thank you for sharing your knowledge

[@JOHNTHEWHISK]

You CAN'T appeal if they only take away ONE component during a review because you risk them taking away ALL of it

[@Pepper6972]

Its nice to see and hear people like you on here explaining issue for us. I never thought I would be where I am today. Here I am. It can happen to anyone. Look after yourself.

[@ghost666recon]

Personality disorders are a life long illness, it doesn't get better, it is with you always. Being seen as a condition is helpful for us, as it affects every part of your life.

[@ghengis430]

They removed the helpful treatment for PD as it was too expensive( DBT), then they moan again They painted themselves into a corner, and blamed us for them doing it.

[@littlemissgroove]

Exactly. I've got EUPD and . Life is so hard for me.

[@angela_7_7_7]

❤​@@littlemissgroove

[@clairedrummond3897]

@@ghengis430 I had to wait for a year for my 2nd round of DBT, last had the treatment in 2014. I’ve had 2 relapses since I was first diagnosed in 2006, but have always worked in between long term sick leave.

[@GlasPthalocyanine]

Personality disorders can be highly variable. There are people who can engage with therapy and regain some control of their lives. But there are also people who never get therapy and wouldn't engage, if therapy was offered.

[@lindawalker-m3o]

Voucher's aren't going to be accepted everywhere, shopping online for food, clothes, medications & aid's. Some people have no family or friends to help in any way, therefore rely on online shopping.

[@leonwp60]

I am terrified, im on high level on mobility and care, i am seriously disabled, i use the money to pay for some of my care needs and exfra living costs

[@mcjs8640]

We need to wait to see what the new government is proposing.

[@girlfrommars7015]

I have lost everything simply because I needed help.I don't understand.Im gutted my lifeline has been stolen

[@peterensinger1770]

​@mcjs8640 I am very concerned with the total silence from the new government about this. I use my PIP daily living part to subsidise my daily living as I can only work short hours due to my condition which causes me severe pain that gets worse as the week goes on.

[@leonwp60]

@@peterensinger1770 the longer they keep quiet the more i am convinced we are about to be shafted

[@heatherjoy479]

Me to I on hi rate pip i am worried 😢 noface to face interview I so ill still am I gets bluie badgeI in old people's bungalow

[@TheCho-k4m]

Access to Work is completely unfit for purpose. Going down the same path with PIP is a disaster that will unfold before our eyes in real-time.

[@mcjs8640]

Nothing is decided yet. The new government has yet to say what it will do.

[@TheCho-k4m]

​@mcjs8640 agreed, however a great deal of work has been done by consultants and civil servants so I would not expect it all to be thrown out and started again, especially with the £40 billion a year deficit the new government inherited. Likely they'll use what has been done as the framework for a second consultation.

[@ALICE-m8f]

Bloody multi-millionare mps deciding what I can spend my benefits on is absolutely outrageous.😡😡😡😡

[@DeniseBond-cc9ce]

The new world order cometh ...soon you will only be allowed to live up to a time when you can be of use to society..if you go over the age limit where they concider yiu no longer of use and become a burden to society out will come the needle

[@mterrylane819]

Especially when they give 84 million pounds, to Africa, and other countries recently,

[@mterrylane819]

Yes especially when they are paying out 8 million pounds a night for illegals and insists British people must give them without question

[@Andrew-qg1ow]

@@mterrylane819what did you expect from a labour government

[@jackwatsonepic626]

Out of touch with reality, these people I bet they've never been on emergency electric 😡🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@theresonlyonequeenbee]

My mum was terminally ill. Medically signed off her job. Job centre still pulled her in to try to get her back into work and off DLA at that time a gesr down the line. She could not talk anymore. Was reliant on a wheelchair as she couldn't walk. Had carers 4 times a day, plus i cared for her full time. She had a full diagnosis and doctors notes. Job centre didnt give a shit. It needs to have a better system to award genuine claims from the ingenuous ones. Also you made a brilliant point. If a condition improves but could get worse, PIPs system should allow for this. You may not need PIP all year. Maybe seasonally.

[@sammyf7082]

The thing that needs to change is if you have Consultant care in a hospital either for illness or mental health you should not have to go through these gruelling phone calls or assessments, if the consultant who written you countless letters, or assessments who have tested you, know your aliments who are they to say otherwise. Most of them do not read your evidence they go of their assessor evidence. But it is bias towards them. The vouchers are never going to work, people use the money for various different needs, bills, travel, food, and medication. Some people are marked down because they work sometimes, if people felt like they did have to choose between being penalised for going to work ad having their PIP reduced they would work. It was working that why when it was introduced what is the difference now.

[@SpencerStern82]

Thanks

[@gamejoker5112]

I feel all of this will have a massive impact on those like myself with autism that cause complex mental health conditions and the shear lack of provisions. The services for those with autism is almost non existent, they say that the understanding of neuro divergence is growing and yet we will be the ones to suffer the most.

[@mcjs8640]

New government yet to make decisions on this.

[@dianeknight4839]

I do not want to be told by the Government on what I spend my benefit on.

[@danielcrane3648]

get a job then simple

[@jackwatsonepic626]

It's like these auditors who go around on KZbin like DJ audits for example the same answer all the time is get a job how the f*** do you get a job when you are slavering in a wheel chair answer. me that one clever dick 😡🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🇬🇧

[@PaulJones-tb1id]

@dianeknight4839 Why are you worried? Is it because you Will not be able to get your drugs any more and alcohol and go down the betting shop

[@jackwatsonepic626]

@@PaulJones-tb1id don't tye all of us with the same brush 🇬🇧

[@danielcrane3648]

@@PaulJones-tb1id well said Paul we need to stop this culture. Less tax for working. No way do most these people need to be on these benefits

[@helenbishop899]

Go for it Charlie, you understand this. It is clear to me that this was all about lining the pockets for contractors etc, the Conservative business model! Let's hope that Labour see through this in time and the needs of the people are met with the humanity we deserve. Thank you for everyrhing you do.

[@bomberbruno1]

So basically you want it to stay the same, so you can still get clients! I’ve got Fibro copd breathing pattern disorder, liver problems but apparently because of the scoring system I’m fine . 👏👏👏👏

[@JulieSkeltonUK]

Thank you for reading this so we don't have to! This is scary, and yes it does scar you or it has me. On a side note, I have severe small fiber sensory neuropathy and it has taken me about half an hour extra to watch this because the electric shocks were in hyper mode and I couldn't concentrate or actually hear what you were saying, I had to keep stopping and going back to listen. In my last mandatory consideration they said pip does not cover a cleaner and drying yourself or help with drying isn't a consideration for them, only washing yourself so we have to sit there and dry off! Got my partner to type this. He's my rock 😊

[@MetalSamantha]

I am permanently living in fear at the moment even as someone with severe physical exhaustion nothing to do with mental health. This is a permanent background *terror* for me right now

[@TwoDogsplusMe]

I have a friend in the USA that lives under this system It’s very restrictive and detrimental Mobility and other issues keep me out of work, going to vouchers being told what and where you can use them would make life too difficult, pointless How about stopping tax dodging and fairer taxes on high earners so the sick n poor aren’t criminalised

[@DeniseBond-cc9ce]

Want to save money ? Stop our heath service and benefits going international ! Look at the accounts of rich tax dogers

[@gabriellerochelle4367]

It is so stressful when you used to be able to do all the cleaning etc, but you just can’t do it now.

[@R6AAO]

My disability isn't mental health. It's a physical disability. How would vouchers benefit me and why should I be punished because of other people?

[@nightowl4786]

What about the 19billion in benefits that were not claimed. What did the government do with that?

[@alexander777-n3s]

Back pocket

[@jmas1219]

THANK YOU CHARLIE!!! After years of struggling I have finally won the benefits I need to survive with some modicum of dignity and comfort and it is ALL because of following your advice. Your videos have literally been life changing and there's no way I can thank you enough.

[@Readybear77]

This cannot go ahead no chance we cannot let this happen there must be other ways and to think the immigrants are staying in luxery hotels its not on !!!!!

[@ReggieThePug]

My words exactly..

[@LouiseMacleay]

Agreed. I hate this country

[@aliwishesmmm3702]

My son my carer paid im not good with people ive a lot of problems i wish I didn't i hate my whole body top to bottom grrrrr im glad you are around thankyou ❤

[@alanbone5512]

God bless you Charlie, 🙏.

[@sarahstankin]

I have just gotten off of the phone for my pip assessment, i have crohns, asthma, autism and im agoraphobic. i was surprised my pip assessor seemed really on the ball, it was clear she had spent time going over my form and brought up multiple points from the form about prompting and needing help with certain things. Thank you Charlie, I feel like I understood the points and I was really able to get across my struggles on the form. I'll come back when they decide if I've been awarded or not! Fingers crossed!

[@Thestig-en6gp]

If these revolting vouchers are to be issued rather than the monthly payments. It will NOT!!! go well with the disabled. For a start they be only allowed to use them in certain places by a certain time & only certain items will be only allowed to use to get. This is TOTALLY UNACCEPTABLE!!! & UNJUSTIFIED!!!😠😡🤬👎👎👎👎 taken away the freedom of the disabled to use their money as they wish. & wherever they wish. I personally like many tens of thousands etc, etc of people who are registered disabled being BULLIED!!! into something they totally disagree with. We must FIGHT by any means to STOP this from going ahead. Although this maybe TOO LATE!!!! But, from being used for too long the shorter the better. & resumed to what we all feel comfortable & at ease with. Vouchers who cares NO ONE!!!! they are restricted to use & expiry dates. What's the use& benifit in that. NOTHING!!!!😠😡🤬😠😡🤬👎👎👎👎👎

[@Thailand-mt9op]

Guys this will take years to implement like UC did. It’s new claimants and people up for review that will transferred to a different system. Anyone with long term conditions will already have 10 year award

[@dynamitedynamite2737]

@@Thailand-mt9opmy daughter was onjy given a 5 year award and during that 5 years she has been diagnosed with autism and her learning disability has gone up to being as severe learning disability and she has epilepsy , her review is due next year July and I’m worried sick of they introduce the vouchers as she’s up for a review , they should have given her an indefinite award the first time as with the diagnosis she has she will never get better , she’s practically a 5 year old in a 20 year body . She deserves to be awarded indefinitely

[@Thailand-mt9op]

Don’t worry, I don’t think it will happen to be honest.🙏🏻

[@jogriffiths5766]

@@Thailand-mt9op I hope you're right.

[@jackwatsonepic626]

​@dynamitedynamite2737 exactly the same with my kid I always say 16 going on 9 when he kicked off in the town centre because with them sort of people routine is a must the police where called and they hadn't a bloody clue they treated him as a normal ordinary 16 year old by putting hand cuffs on him he has been like that since he was born and we have to get him diagnosed every year for his Pip shouldn't you after just tick a box to say no change instead of having to fill out 50 pages 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🇬🇧

[@ewan8127]

No Vouchers!! These Government sorts are so out of touch with how people think and their conditions....What do they know....

[@donnahart5966]

I agree we don't want the green paper or vouchers

[@cherylwevill4355]

In 2020, just before covid kicked off, I helped my autistic son apply for PIP. He was diagnosed with Autism age three.He was around 32 at the time, and was struggling with depression and extreme social anxiety, and suicidal thoughts. He been receiving disability living allowance from the age of 6 to 21. He was knocked back. Told there was nothing wrong with him, and he was coping well. It was so stressful for him applying and going through the home visit,then to be denied, it scared him from appealing against their decision.

[@gembeachlover3924]

You have good knowledge and insight into PIP. You should definitely consider completing the questions.

[@meltimmins6368]

Pps…the idea of vouchers to me is absurd purely on the grounds of implementation. If the idea of the green paper is to reduce cost, then introducing another piece of administrative bureaucracy is only going to increase costs!!…

[@TNT-projects]

Charlie , some diagnosis take time , you either need a diagnosis OR recorded symptoms. Back pain walking difficulties but no clear diagnosis should not stop you getting pip. Breathlessness … Conditions like MS And ME are hard to get nailed down diagnosis dispite having solid symptoms Bit those symptoms need to be recorded by health professionals

[@crimejunkie1]

All the millions it would cost to distribute the vouchers from multiple agencies would totally defeat the object, and how would anyone be retaining 'personal independance'. Ive never heard anything so ridiculous in my life.

[@trish002]

I was under the impression that Labour would not go ahead with this abhorrent change to PIP?

[@mcjs8640]

They may not. A lot of people are panicking when we don't know anything for sure yet.

[@denisemeredith2436]

Labour flip flop like a freshly caught fish.

[@janetbrown6409]

I knew they would x

[@yaffa7174]

They lied...

[@DeniseBond-cc9ce]

😂😂😂😂😂 you all though t 😂😂😂😂 diffrent cheek on the SAME. Arse labour tory libral all tbe same thank you all you smucks who voted labour cos tbeir not tories 29:48 29:48 29:48 29:48

[@oojimmyflip]

DLA used to be based on your ability to walk, now PIP covers so many diffeent conditions . I pay for Dressings to drwess my leg ulcers out of my DLA now PIP bcause the NHS dont provide enough or frequently enough, I also fund my vechicle and maintain it at my chosen garage, I also payt some of my rent with it dont think vouchers can help me.

[@Nemo59646]

My PIP is being used to supplement my food and utilities,because my unemployment benefit is so low.

[@mickthebandit]

A Green Paper is just a suggestion. It means the subject is up for discussion. Not like a White Paper which is close to becoming law. Keep up the fight, Charlie. Love you ❤️

[@ExoticDoll-ct3ud]

Ty, for clarifying.

[@kara-ib5nd]

Exactly the green paper deadline for review is the 22nd, at the moment all that's happened is it's been published. It is not yet in c9nsulation ! So far (days away from the 22nd) labour have ignored. They haven't withdrawn it as they want to see the feedback on it ( which in their position I would do ) . There are laws that protect disabled people. If you really can't work, they can't make you ! I think they will now require a written assessment from a doctor (non GP specialists) to certify and clarify while condition prevents a person from working or outlines what their capabilities may be. FyI, after reviewing (if that happens), I suspect they may just analyse the feedback rather than try to action. It has to go through many legal processes and reviews before a white paper is submitted . Even then ! There Is more. So much of this is scare mongering. What the tories did with creating & publishing this green paper. There are laws to protect. Pip so far is horrendous it needs reforming. This isn't a bad thing! I have asd l2 , ptsd, adhd (severe) seizures, catatonia. I am concerned YES but I am aware of my rights abd have successfully won tribunals on disability grounds . Hold tight people, abd fo respond to questions on the green paper ! This is your place to heard ! Best of

[@mcooper593]

A friend’s son has been refused PIP as he hasn’t had cancer long enough. He’s 22.

[@jasonuren3479]

The gov website says of Green Papers Green Papers Green Papers are consultation documents produced by the Government. The aim of this document is to allow people both inside and outside Parliament to give the department feedback on its policy or legislative proposals. Copies of consultation documents such as Green Papers are available on the related departmental websites.

[@LemonPuf]

They have also listed on the gov website, the fact they are looking at how other countries deal with the disabled. They’ve listed countries such as Spain, France, Denmark and USA with a narrative on each countries regs. Everyone needs to fill out the Green Paper.

[@DeniseBond-cc9ce]

They made up their minds LONG AGO ...its the american system they are wanting always have

[@JOHNTHEWHISK]

The USA dumps them on Kensington Avenue in Philadelphia and they become fentanyl addicts bent over for hours in the street. That's what we want to turn into?

[@dharmacharinipasadanandi7110]

I'd like them to consider the huge effect a health condition has on wider families - their time, their finances, their inability to be fully independent, because i rely on them, because I am ill.

[@Julie-si3hi]

I'm so scared,I'm struggling as it is.

[@SussexBricklayer]

Any company that gets government contracts to supply anything uses it to push up the price therefore devalues the item for us, but said companies gain almost guaranteed ongoing business which allows them to pay themselves bigger tax free bonuses.

[@abdiabegum5246]

What vouchers gonna do how when I pay mortgage out of pip and my bill

[@swisstoni2913]

As a mental health sufferer I've never claimed PIP. I have no clue how to approach for fear of being judged.

[@lynnehale7177]

I was diagnosed with a heart condition two years ago.

[@iggzistentialism8458]

As someone who gets PIP for severe mental health problems - what exactly an I supposed to spend vouchers on? It's seems biased towards physical problems, and bad news even for them. Will i have to use it on therapy, when medication works better? Services that should be on the NHS, or things ouside the NHS that don't work? What will my son who is on the severe end of the autistic spectrum use it on who lives with us as an adult? According to the list, pretty much nothing. Nothing on the list helps his independence.

[@littlemissgroove]

Exactly it's always assumed it you are " disabled " your in a wheelchair

[@Is_rose1234]

Did anyone just hear what Rishi said in Parliament and I quote "belief that people know how to spend their money better than the government" OK Rishi then why were you trying to take away our cash for vouchers? These ppl are hypocrites.

[@simonkenwothy5933]

I trust you I will need you in the future .I am owed from the past

[@artemisiou]

I used my PIP to pay rent and buy my food. I'm autistic so I don't see how vouchers could help me. I'd be low on money and end up homeless and hungry.

[@DeniseBond-cc9ce]

You will own nothing and be happy .......NOT 😡

[@JenniLouiseCox]

Im autistic too with severe mental health issues. Every couple of years I end up on a section 3 in hospital. It's impossible for me to keep a job. I'll be screwed without PIP. I dont know what vouchers they could give me either.

[@apollocreed5391]

Autism is a scam. People can't wipe their ass and get no pip.

[@richardajoy79]

From what I understand, the vouchers aren't paid every 4wks like PIP, if you require something you can get a voucher... thats how the govt think they're gonna save money, stop the continuous payments for an as & when voucher system.

[@mcjs8640]

The PREVIOUS government.

[@richardajoy79]

@@mcjs8640 , true but this Labour govt haven't squashed it have they?

[@NayanapNap]

DISGISTING VOUCHERS... WTF WHAT ARE WE ANIMALS..

[@sandyp196]

I tried to fill in the consultation form. It took me 3 days and lots of questions i didnt really understand or was able to answer. The questions seemed repetive but asked differently. I dont think even after two days i managed to answer all the questions. But i tried my best. I have autism and ptsd. I felt uncomfortable that the consultation process seemed to difficult to understand and respond to for people like me. It actually reminded me of the pip questions which are often confusing and repetitive and seemed stacked against disabled people giving clear answers that will be understood.

[@robertovss3237]

The thing is, what about those who are bed bound and dependent on family to come and help for 3 - 5 days in a week.

[@emmsue1053]

Surely this is discrimination against people who are unable to work through no fault of their own? If working would the Gov state that their wages would be paid in vouchers?

[@mcjs8640]

Wait for the new government to decide what they will do.

[@smh1072]

I agree so let’s hope this proposition does not go ahead. We need the independence of making our own decisions about how we apportion our disability income.

[@mcjs8640]

Please everybody - the proposals were from the previous Tory government. Don't get so concerned until we know what the new Labour government will do. We don't know yet if any of these proposed changes will happen. Please keep this in mind.

[@mica412]

It was under a Labour Government that initial plans were made to swap DLA with PIP. I wouldn't be so complacent!

[@teresabelshaw4262]

My benefits are up for review and I'm worried sick I already suffer from mental heath and anxiety.

[@PeterVaughan-ve5cz]

Labour will just follow through where the tories left off, they never had any intention of leaving well alone. It is a sad time for anyone with serious health issues. The government care nothing about them, they've proved that. They are taking up where Sunak left off. People in their positions care nothing whatsoever about disabled people, very very sad indeed, when you put foreigners first before your own people.

[@apollocreed5391]

Lol

[@JOHNTHEWHISK]

Exactly. STOP SCAREMONGERING PEOPLE WHO ARE ALREADY WORRIED AND UPSET.

[@scouseok]

Thanks Charlie for the wonderful and informative Videos because i watched your vids i was able to communicate my illness and how it affects me day to day and actually won my pip assessment and received both enhanced care and mobility so again Thank you i couldn't of done it without your help.

[@Dugski2310]

This don't actually save the government any money, what it costs them moneywise will still cost the the same to provide vouchers, it's all about controll.

[@DeniseBond-cc9ce]

Correct one world goverment

[@fayeward1141]

I suffer with fibromyalgia and was diagnosed with terminal cancer, however I was given around 6 months but I am still here 2 years later. I worry that they will take my benefits away? I can barely get out of bed most days! I used to work a lot of hours prior to my my illness but feel demonised for claiming these benefits. If they force me to find work I can guarantee I wouldn’t last even a week! I worry what all this will do for people unable to work.

[@lesleayschofield9384]

And I'm not supposed to out on my own because of my dizziness. In case I fall over. I'm lucky for being in a group for esa

[@jahbulonjaja191]

Vouchers is a cracking idea. Government obviously can see what PIP claimants are buying with the 'cash' handouts. Many will be genuinely spending on their needs but lots are spaffing it up on nonsense.

[@jonpotter9510]

I’m assuming you don’t receive PIP? Because switching out the £700-odd for vouchers would take me from living comfortably and not worrying about any bills to no longer being able to afford the near-£600 a month contribution towards my 2 carers 4 times a day. So then the government either pushes me into destitution or lowers my contribution so much that they’re spending more money elsewhere instead.

[@samanthasmith1885]

I'm on pip I don't get lot of money but I don't understand why my next door neighbour from Poland who is on pip they get £3,600 each month also get other benefits to when they son works and lady works too. My son is my care who doesn't get paid. I'm sacred that if I get vouchers

[@pinky-ud1rt]

Its so unfair hun..this is an example why the system is in crises..

[@EPIPHANY544]

They rather spend money on wars ....no one knew who Ukraine president was now his face in every blumming channel and newpapers !! If they want to fight, fight !!! Why UK has to bud in for ????

[@philippage2513]

Your advice is priceless. It is good to hear from someone that really understands us 😢

[@danielrobb2052]

I got my daily living part for being too fluent in the phone! What the hell? I didn't realise I had to mention I had to take 3 days meds to be able to take call.

[@mcjs8640]

Ridiculous.

[@kevinwake8789]

My great aunt had her higher rate mobility taken away and giving the standard rate because she has a scooter and electric wheelchair to get around. We told her to appeal the decision, as i get high rate mobility as i have to use a rollator to get out and about, but she didn't.

[@gam9063]

Watch more of her channel,she clearly states on her how to fill the form in,you need to mention everything,that's everything that affects your daily life😊

[@mica412]

@@kevinwake8789 - I also lost my high rate mobility because they could see I was now able to get about by myself. Even though I told them this was only made possible because I was in receipt of high rate mobility thus a Motability vehicle they were not interested and still went ahead and downgraded me. So much for the idea of PIP/Motability giving you back your independence. You genuinely could not make this stuff up!!

[@GlenGillies-y9h]

Hi November 14 was told I have cancer had stop work I have bladder cancer 2 years chemo maybe 3 on Top OF TH A T I have fibromyalgia pain all over I was lucky I had case worker who done my pip I don't understand how you can get pip and still work maybe that needs stop don't understand how you can get pip and work love your video keep it up

[@PerfectlyImperfect75]

Soooo...👀...The "I" in P.I.P Which stands for "Independence" or am I confused? Whilst checking: PIP Assessment Rule Change Explained | Check Your Eligibility? Due to my social skills being so inappropriate at times and as soon as I feel attacked(at ASOS interviewing myself) And act as if I'm being named and shamed! I live with quite a few M.H issues including Borderline personality disorder. Social interactions wasn't awarded to me after I disclosed that the Epilepsy had become uncontrollable. I could be awarded as far back as 2016!! My only concern being is...Won't that cause a conflict of interest due to they(P.I.P) are the investigators who decide if I'm entitled to this or not? I must've been touched by the hands of GOD since the Epilepsy has deteriorated! Honestly. The TOTAL DISTRESS AFTER LAST YEAR...PIP Would be reviewed BY 12 MTS...A YEAR!! BEFORE ANOTHER LENGTHY REVIEW! I'VE WORKED IN MY profession for over three decades...AND THIS IS WHAT WE STOOD AT THE PICKET FRONT FOR? FFS.

[@PerfectlyImperfect75]

Hi, I've recently been diagnosed with Erosive Psoriatic Arthritis and soon to start Methotrexate through my Rheumatologist. It's good to not feel alone too. Actually my pharmacist has EpA too and works part time too and you've both given me hope to go back to work after I was attacked by a client who's mental health had escalated BUT St Mungo's Housing supported me for a extended period of time and stated I could come back with Occupational Health too.

[@patchlolly979]

I’d find it embarrassing paying with vouchers everyone in the queue would know you’re personal situation to a degree

[@JOHNTHEWHISK]

Dont give a sh*t what anyone thinks

[@ethanybroon84]

BRILLIANT. I'm on pip, also just started getting pension this year, without the pip I'd not be surviving. I remember when ( years ago ) I had a home help, and they said thay weren't allowed to go to the big supermarket as it was too far ( although the one thay WOULD alow you to use was the same distance away but just in another direction, ) it would have cost me more to shop at the "allowed" one, but thay seemed to be favoring the big names. I stopped having a home help. Now I'm evan more dependant on on line shopping as totally housebound. IWILL NOT BE TOLED WHERE I SHOULD BUY MY GROCERIES. !!! I now have a home help one hour a week as I can't do housework. It has taken me literally YEARS to get the help I need ( still only one hour as its what I can afford ) I'm also going to have to look into getting a mobility scooter as taxi fares are going up all the time...anyway...just really wanted to say THANK YOU for the work your doing... ❤

[@Archi-baby]

Hi it was one of the hardest things for me to get pip I'm a diabetic and have prostate cancer I'm 62 i get £61.80 per week and I don't work I'm looking for work but more compney think your to old but I'm not I've been in and out of hospital so many times it's hard to find a job that will understand i need time off to go to hospital just to let you know its hard take care all

[@Jablicek]

My first DLA assessor was such a cow (or so I thought at the time), back when ATOS were doing them. She seemed so cold and uncaring, but she listened to what I said and poked me a few times, and knew what was going on with me. She had me down for a 2-year review. It took the NHS another 4 years to come to the same conclusion my assessor did, and I learned that it's more important to see the actions people take rather than the front they (sometimes are obliged to) present.

[@egriffiths8993]

I’ve lost count on how many consultations over the years. Do wonder how much weight they carry. I wonder if the points are going change to “support those most in need” maybe 12 for daily and those severe disabilities shave score like 20. Wouldn’t put it past them. PiP is for all your extra expenses I know just getting my hair cut as a wheelchair user costs me like triple the cheapest place in town. As need step free inside and to the sinks. Same if you go anywhere good luck finding an accessible place that’s same price as the cheapest room. I’ve been through a voucher type system with my council over care chargers. They allowed me none of the things I was claiming for. Didn’t think necessary. Can see this being same way.

[@mcjs8640]

It's not been decided yet.

[@jacqulinehamilton7803]

Here in northern Ireland, the company pays 50 pounds to there staff that turn down a claim, so these people are able to make extra money with there wage

[@christiegrows2022]

Fight all the way

[@margaretjohnston2858]

NOT IN SUNDERLAND CANT GET HELP TO GET A SHOWER,THE NEXT VILLAGE COMES UNDER CHESTER-LE-STREET AND THEY GOT GRANTS, SAD I AM LIVING IN THE WRONG CATCHMENT.

[@AnneSmith-mu2ph]

I’m a carer for my son with progressive multiple sclerosis,like you said you should have the choice to use that money to help you ,make things a bit easier.Your so good to listen to ,I’m so sorry you have such a debilitating condition.Thank you for your help

[@robertmather7696]

Labour making out they were for the people... everything they have done since being in charge has made it worse for citizens at the bottom. Hope your all proud

[@113msaunders]

What about paying for heating bills? 😮

[@WildBill-py6vn]

Turn it all off they take your money take their shares