Pathways to Work: Green Paper FAQ
We understand that many people have questions about the Pathways to Work: Reforming Benefits and Support to Get Britain Working Green Paper.
To help clarify what this means for you, we have published some FAQs addressing some key concerns.
Why is the government making changes to health and disability benefits?
The proposals aim to build a system that is fairer and provides vital support for those who need it most, whilst making sure that everyone who can realise the benefits of work is supported to do so.
Will my benefits change immediately?
No, please be assured there will be no immediate changes to your health and disability related benefit payment.
For more information about the proposed changes to health and disability benefits please see Pathways to Work: Reforming Benefits and Support to Get Britain Working Green Paper
I’ve submitted a claim but haven’t heard the outcome, will my claim be affected?
No, there will be no immediate changes to your health and disability related claim. If you have made a claim or are getting a health and disability related benefit you should continue to contact us as usual and provide any information or changes to your circumstances and current needs.
For more information about the proposed changes to health and disability benefits please see Pathways to Work: Reforming Benefits and Support to Get Britain Working Green Paper
When will the changes to health and disability benefits be made?
Legislation will need to be passed by Parliament before any changes can be brought into effect. We are also consulting on some of our proposed changes to health and disability benefits. The consultation will be open for at least 12 weeks from when all accessible versions are published and no changes will be made until we have reviewed all the responses. You are welcome to take part in the consultation.