Context
The MP references a constituent, Christopher from Talke, who faced issues with Personal Independence Payment (PIP) assessment and is concerned about future welfare reforms.
Question
Christopher, a resident of Talke in my constituency, was badly let down by a flawed PIP assessment—one that lacked basic humanity and empathy. With reports of welfare reforms in the media, he is now deeply worried about what the future holds. What steps will be taken to ensure that people like Christopher are treated with fairness and dignity, and given the support that they need?
Answer from The Secretary of State for Work and Pensions (Liz Kendall)
I say to my hon. Friend and his constituent that treating people with dignity and respect is absolutely at the heart of this Government’s plans. Having been a constituency MP for 14 long years under the Conservatives, I know that there will always be people who cannot work because of the severity of their disability or illness, but I also meet—day in, day out—disabled people who are denied the chance to work, for many different reasons. That is what we want to put right, to ensure that the social security system is there for those who need it, and not just now but for years to come.
Not addressed: No specific measures were provided, only a general commitment to dignity and respect in future policies.
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