Oral Answers to Questions

Nadhim Zahawi Excerpts

Monday 5th November 2012 Commons Chamber

[Mr Hoban]

As I said in answer to earlier questions, we are monitoring the effect of our policies. We are ensuring that the work capability assessment is fit for purpose and that is why we asked Professor Harrington to carry out a third review to ensure that the process is right and fair. The hon. Lady should also remember that the work capability assessment is an assessment of people’s ability to work, not a diagnostic test.

[Nadhim Zahawi (Stratford-on-Avon) (Con)]

Will the Minister confirm that all Atos doctors, nurses and physiotherapists are fully trained and registered with their relevant professional body?

[Mr Hoban]

My hon. Friend is absolutely right. All Atos health professionals are properly qualified and they get additional training to help them undertake the work capability assessment.