§ Mr. WorthingtonTo ask the Secretary of State for Social Security (1) what proposals he has to make disability living allowance more accessible for those with learning difficulties;
(2) what proposals he has to make access to disability living allowance more equitable for those with a mental illness.
§ Mr. ScottNone. Entitlement to disability living allowance depends on the care and mobility needs arising from a particular condition, rather than on the condition itself. Access to DLA is available to all disabled people through the claiming process. The Benefits Agency provides support services to assist people in making a claim.
§ Mr. WorthingtonTo ask the Secretary of State for Social Security what is the length of time that those seeking review of refusal of disability living allowance have to wait before a hearing at a tribunal.
§ Mr. ScottInformation is not available in the form requested. Reviews of entitlement to disability living allowance are not dealt with at a tribunal hearing.
People who are dissatisfied with the decision given on their claim for benefit may ask for it to be reviewed by an independent adjudication officer. Following this review, if they remain dissatisfied, they can then appeal to an independent appeal tribunal.