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Originally Posted by RichardCoulter
You are correct, but the rules regarding speed, manner, pain etc are often overlooked by the private companies whose sole aim is to make money out of these assessments.
This is why I think that this function should not be completely outsourced and why so many appeals are successful.
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As a former Decision Maker, I can say that you have hit the nail on the head (although staff cuts have played their part too).
This attitude also appears to be being taken by the banks ie just say no and let the Ombudsman decide.
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ESA is now a totally different animal to the one introduced by Labour.
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How would they make more money from the assessments?
If the problems have existed BEFORE any staff cuts, then staff cuts can't be to blame.
The changes were suggested in 2009, "Work Capability Review, October 2009". Eg Changing from walking to mobilising, therefore including wheelchair use is there.