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Louise Haigh

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Speaker’s Statement
Monday 18th March 2019

(5 years, 8 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Lord Sharma Portrait Alok Sharma
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I am very happy to look at the individual case that the hon. Gentleman raises. Of course, he will be aware that easements are available in the system, but I will be very happy to talk to him about that specific case.

Louise Haigh Portrait Louise Haigh (Sheffield, Heeley) (Lab)
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My constituent has a connective tissue disorder that has left her bedbound for three months because she regularly dislocates her joints. Despite evidence from her GP and chiropractor, the Centre for Disability and Health Assessments has refused a home assessment because she takes taxis to her GP appointments. Does the Secretary of State think that decision is fair? If not, will she look into it to overturn it?

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