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Campaigners with Graeme Downie MP in Parliament square ready to hand in our PIP open letter to the Department for Work and Pensions

Government withdraws Personal Independence Payment four point rule, but Universal Credit cuts remain

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MPs call on government to take action during Parkinson's debate

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Campaigners in Parliament holding a photo board that says fix PIP for Parkinson's

We're launching our campaign against benefit cuts

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Capturing your experiences of the rising cost of living

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An update on our work on the cost of living and a request to share your experiences.

Sinemet packaging changes

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An update on changes to Sinemet packaging.

Cost of living support and what it means for the Parkinson's community

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A summary of the chancellor's cost of living support and what it means for people with Parkinson's.

Work and Pensions Committee concerned about impact of the cost of living crisis on disabled people

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Parliament's Work and Pensions Committee have shared their concerns about the impact of the cost of living crisis on disabled people and urged government action to review the level of benefits. 

More healthcare professionals can now assess fitness to drive

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A change to the law in England, Scotland and Wales means a wider range of healthcare professionals can now assess fitness to drive. We hope this will speed up people being able to get their driving licences.

PIP delays impact people with Parkinson’s

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New analysis from Citizens Advice shows that disabled people are waiting up to 5 months to access Personal Independence Payment (PIP).

Annual Campaign Conference celebrates incredible volunteers

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Campaigners share their work and plan activities to improve Parkinson’s care

Changes to health professionals who can issue fit notes

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News on changes to the healthcare professionals who can issue fit to work notes from 1 July 2022 in England, Scotland and Wales.

House of Lords debates access to neurological healthcare

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On 9 June Peers debated the importance of access to neurological healthcare services in the House of Lords. At Parkinson’s UK, we encouraged members to highlight the importance of access to healthcare professionals for our community. 

Prescription charges in England frozen

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Our reaction to prescription charges in England being frozen to help people with the cost of living.