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Covid-19: DWP Update
17 March 2020
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for Work and Pensions
At a Glance
Issue Summary
The statement addresses the suspension of face-to-face assessments for health and disability benefits due to the increasing risk posed by the Covid-19 outbreak.
Action Requested
All face-to-face assessments have been suspended with immediate effect from March 17th, including Personal Independence Payment, Industrial Injuries Scheme, and Work Capability Assessments. Alternative arrangements such as telephone or paper-based assessments will be put in place to ensure continuity of service for claimants. The measure is expected to last three months but will be reviewed regularly based on public health advice.
Key Facts
- Face-to-face assessments are suspended from March 17th.
- Includes Personal Independence Payment, Industrial Injuries Scheme, and Work Capability Assessments.
- Alternative arrangements such as telephone or paper-based assessments will be implemented.
- Expected to last for three months but reviewed regularly based on public health advice.
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