DWP's Major Changes to PIP and WCA Assessments: What You Need to Know!

[Music] hey folks big changes are coming to the way benefits assessments are conducted for millions in the UK if you receive personal Independence payment or pip or need a work capability assessment this is important for you starting from September 2023 the department for work and pensions or DWP has streamlined the process by appointing capita Business Services to handle these Assessments in the Midlands this is part of the health transformation program aimed at making the whole process process smoother and more efficient and that's not all we're also looking at some tech improvements by 2024 there'll be a new phone system and updates to the video assessment application this means you'll find it easier to interact with the DWP and get your assessments done now here's an interesting tidbit recent data shows that only a small number of pip assessments were audio recorded plus most of the simpler light touch reviews didn't even need a health professionals evaluation this hints that the DWP is already find ways to make the process quicker and easier but what does this mean for you well the changes don't stop in the Midlands big updates are coming for claims in England Wales and Northern Ireland too from September 2023 new companies will take over assessment duties and these fresh contracts running from 2024 to 2029 come with some important new rules for starters face-to-face assessments must be within a 90-minute public transport Journey from your home no more long TRS across the city plus these assessments will be in accessible ground floor locations that's a huge relief for those with mobility issues you can still bring a companion to your assessments for support and only qualified healthc Care Professionals will carry out these evaluations the companies's handling these assessments have to uphold High ethical standards and professionalism throughout the process so what's the bottom line these changes are about making the assessment process more efficient accessible and userfriendly for everyone involved it's a big step forward for the WP and hopefully a positive one for all claimants stay tuned for more updates and make sure to subscribe to our channel for the latest news that impacts you thanks for watching and take care don't forget to like And subscribe