The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) have been criticised over planned changes to the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) , which will come into effect for all claimants except those aged 24 and under. Disability charities have called the plans “deeply concerning”, adding that “young disabled people shouldn’t be penalised because of their age”. The DWP confirmed to The Independent last month that it is moving to set PIP award reviews at a minimum of three years for new claims, rising to five years at their next review if the claimant remains entitled. In most cases, this will reduce the frequency of award reviews for PIP claimants, with the uncertainty around reassessments often cited as a key issue of the system. However, it has now been confirmed that these changes will not apply to claimants who are aged 24 or under. This marks a substantial policy shift by treating younger Pip claimants differently to others.…