By Linda Howard Personal Independence Payment (PIP) is a benefit for people who require extra help with daily living activities or mobility due to a long-term illness, disability, or mental or physical health condition. Currently, successful claims for PIP range from £26.90 to £172.75 per week – however, these payments will increase to between £28.70 and £184.30 starting from April 8. Despite the difference in name and welfare body, both payments are provided at the same rates to avoid creating a two-tier benefits system. While many claimants may be familiar with the list of circumstances chan…