Oral Answers to Questions Debate

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Department: Department for Work and Pensions

Oral Answers to Questions

Emma Reynolds Excerpts
Monday 21st May 2018

(6 years, 7 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Sarah Newton Portrait Sarah Newton
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I thank my hon. Friend for that question. I can absolutely assure him that there will be no need for new face-to-face appointments or assessments.

Emma Reynolds Portrait Emma Reynolds (Wolverhampton North East) (Lab)
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I have been helping identical twins who have the same genetic condition, which involves learning disabilities and associated health problems. Both were assessed for PIP at different times by different assessors. One was granted PIP and one was rejected. The case has now been resolved, but can the Minister not see that the system is totally unfit for purpose and needs overhauling?