100,000 UK workers signed off with ADHD as disability claims reach 4 million

Government data released this week show that 4 million people in the United Kingdom received disability‑related benefits in April, the highest monthly total recorded since the statistics began. The figures, compiled by the Department for Work and Pensions, encompass claims for Personal Independence Payment, Disability Living Allowance, Attendance Allowance and other support schemes aimed at individuals with long‑term health conditions or disabilities.

The April count represents a modest rise from the 3.9 million claimants reported in March and continues a gradual upward trend observed over the past year, which analysts attribute to an ageing population, increased diagnosis of chronic illnesses and the rollout of recent eligibility reforms. The DWP noted that the overall cost of disability benefits remains a significant portion of public spending, prompting ongoing reviews of the programme’s sustainability while emphasizing the government’s commitment to safeguarding vulnerable claimants.