From DWP
Decision Makers Guide
See Chapter 61
Quote:
61318
All aspects of a claimant’s walking ability must be considered, which result from physical disablement, and an evaluation of its quality then made. This is on the basis that firstly, walking achieved only with severe discomfort is discounted and secondly, that appropriate attention is paid to manner, speed, distance and time. All factors must be viewed before the onset of severe discomfort.
61319
Distance is the total distance walked before the onset of severe discomfort (see also DMG 61309 et seq).
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So according to the Rules/Law, it is the distance before severe discomfort, which does not just mean pain. So even if you could walk 10km but suffered from severe discomfort after 20m, you are meant to be classed as only being able to walk 20m. This is meant to be the Law, so when are the DWP going to start obeying it?