Work capability assessment system at ‘virtual collapse’, says judge – The Guardian

Posted June 11th, 2014 in benefits, disabled persons, legal aid, news, tribunals by sally

‘The outgoing head of the tribunal which hears appeals relating to social security benefits has said that the work capability assessment (WCA) has undergone “virtual collapse” and accused the Department for Work and Pensions of being overly optimistic about the pace at which fit-for-work tests were being carried out.’

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The Guardian, 11th June 2014

Source: www.guardian.co.uk