The Department for Work and Pensions has confirmed that recipients of four specific benefits could be eligible for an additional £749 per payment period.

The annual increase for disability benefits, including Personal Independence Payment (PIP), Disability Living Allowance (DLA), Attendance Allowance, and Carer’s Allowance, will commence on April 7.

This 1.7 per cent rise implies that those receiving all qualifying disability benefits will receive an extra £29.20 to £187.45 each week. This…