The co-chairs of the Timms Review of Personal Independence Payment (PIP) have published an update outlining the next stage of the Review and how disabled people and those with long-term health conditions can continue to influence its recommendations.
The Review was launched to consider whether PIP is fair, accessible and fit for the future. Following the publication of its Interim Report in July, the steering group is now developing recommendations for reform based on evidence gathered from thousands of people with lived experience.
A key part of the next phase will be a series of “Shaping Recommendations” workshops taking place across the UK this autumn. These workshops will give disabled people and people with long-term health conditions the opportunity to discuss, test and refine emerging recommendations before the final report is submitted.
The Review team has also highlighted the valuable contributions received through its Call for Evidence, community workshops, engagement with charities and Disabled People’s Organisations, and ongoing research with the National Centre for Social Research (NatCen).
The review’s overall aim is to develop recommendations for a PIP system that better supports disabled people with the extra costs of disability while promoting dignity, independence and participation in everyday life.
Find out more about the Timms Review, read the full update, and learn how to get involved:
🔗 https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/the-timms-review
Have Your Say on the Future of Personal Independence Payment (PIP)
Disabled people and those living with long-term health conditions are being invited to help shape the future of Personal Independence Payment (PIP) through the Government’s Timms Review.
The Review is looking for people with lived experience of disability, long-term health conditions, and the PIP system to take part in a series of workshops across the UK during September and October 2026. Participants will have the opportunity to discuss and influence the Review’s emerging recommendations before they are finalised.
Why take part?
By sharing your experiences and views, you can help ensure that future recommendations reflect the needs of disabled people and people with long-term health conditions.
Participants will:
- Contribute to shaping recommendations for the future of PIP.
- Meet with others who have lived experience.
- Take part in either an in-person or online workshop.
- Receive a one-off payment for attending and reimbursement of reasonable expenses.
Workshop details
- 15 workshops will be held across England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.
- Workshops will take place between 15 September and 7 October 2026.
- Sessions will be available both online and in person.
- Accessibility support and reasonable adjustments will be provided where needed.
Cancer and disability rights in the UK
In the UK, anyone diagnosed with cancer is automatically protected as a disabled person under equality law. This protection starts from the date of diagnosis and continues even if treatment is successful and there is no evidence of cancer in the future.
If you have been diagnosed with cancer, the law automatically treats you as disabled for the purposes of protection from discrimination. This gives you important rights at work and when accessing services. You may also be entitled to benefits (such as PIP), grants, and practical support during and after treatment.
Register your interest to take part in a Timms Review PIP workshop
Registration is now open and closes at 5pm on Friday 21 August 2026.
Places are limited and participants will be selected to ensure a diverse range of backgrounds, experiences, locations and health conditions are represented.
To find out more and register your interest, visit the official Timms Review webpage: https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/the-timms-review
This is an important opportunity to ensure the voices of disabled people and those with long-term health conditions are heard and reflected in future disability benefit policy.