Work Capability Assessment

Baroness Lister of Burtersett Excerpts
Monday 9th October 2017

(6 years, 7 months ago)

Lords Chamber
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Baroness Buscombe Portrait Baroness Buscombe
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I am sorry, but I think that noble Lords would like a clear explanation. Since August 2017, the centre has ensured that claimants go through the assessment process more quickly and increased the number of mental health champions it employs, as well as appointed a head of customer experience.

Baroness Lister of Burtersett Portrait Baroness Lister of Burtersett (Lab)
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My Lords, two noble Lords have asked specifically about piloting any revised work capability assessment. Will the Minister now answer that question about piloting?

Baroness Buscombe Portrait Baroness Buscombe
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My Lords, I hear what noble Lords are saying in relation to piloting. As I have said, our officials are working hard to consider the next steps. I will take that suggestion back to them. They are thinking about all the future plans and taking into account the concerns of all the 6,000 people who responded to the consultation. Of course, if there is a wish to have more pilots, I am convinced that my department will look at that.