Written questions

Social Security Benefits: Disability

Commons · Question 60877 · Tabled 18 Jun 2025 · Department for Work and Pensions · Official record

Answered 26 Jun 2025

Question

Asked by Rupa Huq

To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what support her Department provides to people who suffer with disabilities after retirement.

Answer

Answered by Sir Stephen Timms, 26 Jun 2025

Attendance Allowance (AA) is a weekly benefit for those over State Pension age who require care or supervision as a result of a physical or mental disability. AA is paid at two rates. A higher rate of £110.40 a week for claimants who need help or supervis...