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<p>The Personal Independence Payments (PIP) assessment criteria have been designed
to take account of the impact of all impairments on individuals’ ability including
those with mental health issues. The inclusion of such activities as 'Making budgeting
decisions' and 'Engaging with other people face-to-face' ensures that consideration
is given to the impact of such impairments on people's daily living needs.</p><p>
</p><p>Furthermore, by assessing claimants' ability to plan and follow journeys, the
Mobility component also reflects the impact of impairment on an individual's ability
to get around, and ensures the assessment takes account of mental, intellectual and
cognitive impairments.</p><p> </p><p>We believe the current PIP assessment criteria
are the best way of identifying those whose mental health is most limited and have
no plans to change these.</p>
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