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Written question asked by Neil Duncan-Jordan (Labour) on Tuesday, 13 May 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 15 May 2025. It was answered by Stephen Timms (Labour) on Wednesday, 21 May 2025 on behalf of the Department for Work and Pensions.

Personal Independence Payment: Medical Examinations

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, with reference to her review of PIP assessment, if she will publish a call for evidence from (a) honourable Members, (b) civil society organisations and (c) the public.

Answer

Through the review, which I will be leading, we want to make sure that the PIP assessment is fair and fit for the future. This includes considering the PIP assessment criteria – including descriptors - and how the PIP assessment can play a role in unlocking wider support to enable better health, good work, higher living standards and greater independence.

I am working closely with disabled people, the organisations that represent them and others, to ensure that the voices of those who go through the PIP assessment, those who support them, and those with expertise in the system are embedded in the review.

The scope and timing of the review is being developed in close collaboration with stakeholders. I have now begun the first phase of this work, inviting stakeholders with a range of experience and expertise to roundtables to consider the scope and timing. I will then publish the Terms of Reference for the review in due course.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
52172
Session
2024-26
Grouped for answer
Yes
Subjects
Medical examinations Reviews Personal independence payment
Link
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