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<p>We recognise that the transition from DLA to PIP can be challenging for individuals,
which is why the Department worked closely with Motability as we developed our plans
for the introduction of PIP. The Motability charity provides a one-off package of
transitional support and advice to support customers who no longer meet the eligibility
criteria for the Motability scheme. For most of these customers who entered into their
first lease agreement with Motability before January 2013, Motability will provide
transitional support of £2,000. This will enable many former Scheme customers to continue
to meet their mobility needs by purchasing a used car.</p><p>For customers who entered
into their first lease agreement with the scheme after January 2013 and up to December
2013, Motability will supply transitional support of £1,000 to assist with mobility
costs. Motability is also providing help with the cost of adaptations made to non-scheme
vehicles and information on non-scheme motoring and insurance. The Scheme also offers
customers an opportunity to purchase their vehicle after the end of the lease.</p><p>Support
with employment is available through the Access to Work Scheme, which is potentially
available on application to anyone with a health condition or disability that affects
the way they perform their job and who needs practical support above and beyond the
reasonable adjustments that an employer has a duty to make under the Equality Act
2010. The type of support Access to Work provides is tailored to an individual’s needs
and can include travel to work.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p>
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