Latest figures from the UK Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) show that 4 million people are entitled to Personal Independence Payment (PIP), the government’s main disability benefit, as of the end of April. The reports state that the count reflects the number of claimants eligible for PIP at that point in time. The articles also connect the figure to broader political and budget considerations, noting ongoing pressure on welfare spending and difficulties for Labour in funding its wider defence plans. Based on the information provided, all sources focus on the same DWP data point—PIP entitlement reaching 4 million by late April—and present it as part of a wider discussion about the cost of welfare benefits. No additional breakdowns, causes of the increase, or comparison to earlier periods are included in the excerpts supplied.