Benefits & Finance 7 June 2026
Benefit Rates from April 2026: What Changed
DLA, Carer's Allowance, and Universal Credit rates all changed on 6 April 2026. Here are the new figures that matter for SEND families.
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Tag: Benefits
7 articles found.
Benefits & Finance 3 May 2026
DLA to PIP at 16: What Changes and How to Prepare
DLA stops and PIP starts around age 16. The assessment is different, the criteria change, and many families lose money. Here's how to prepare.
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Benefits & Finance 8 April 2026
Universal Credit and Your Disabled Child
If your child gets DLA, your UC should include extra money. Many families miss this because they don't report the DLA award.
4 min read
Benefits & Finance 5 April 2026
Can My Child Get a Blue Badge?
If your child gets DLA higher rate mobility, they're automatically entitled. But many children qualify through the discretionary route too.
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Benefits & Finance 1 April 2026
Carer's Allowance: The Benefit Most SEND Parents Miss
If your child gets DLA middle or higher rate care, you could be entitled to Carer's Allowance. Most eligible parents don't claim it.
6 min read
Benefits & Finance 18 March 2026
DLA Rejected? What to Do Next
Around 60% of DLA cases that reach tribunal are decided in the family's favour. Here's what to do next.
10 min read
Benefits & Finance 17 March 2026
Applying for DLA: What Every Parent Needs to Know
The DLA form is long and the criteria feel vague. This guide walks you through every step, from eligibility to evidence to what happens after you apply.
13 min read