PIP Assessment Centre Accessibility
2020-02-26
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Q1
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The disability centre moved to Rhyl without consultation and is now temporarily housed in a museum in Bangor.
What recent discussions has the Secretary of State had with the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions on the location of an accessible personal independence payment assessment centre for disabled and vulnerable claimants in north-west Wales?
I have written to the relevant DWP Minister, and I know that he has plans to meet local MPs to discuss assessment centre access in the region. The Government will support Capita to ensure that it finds a suitable, long-term site in north Wales.
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Q2
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The disability centre moved to Rhyl without consultation, causing dissatisfaction.
Does the Secretary of State agree that the current temporary location in a museum in Bangor would be an apt place for the Government's disability benefits system?
I agree; I have taken the hon. Gentleman's observations seriously. The situation has not been satisfactory in parts, but I hope that there is now some movement in a positive direction.
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