DWP assessor reveals 'sneaky' tricks used in PIP exam such as chair choice test

[Wits_End]

Our nearest assessment venue was - we were told - not wheelchair accessible as the rooms were up a flight of stairs. So instead we had to go rather further into London to another one which was - hence getting the cab. But I think that was probably a health-and-safety decision on their part (not wanting to get sued?) rather than any consideration for our needs.

 

[tornandfrayed]

It's gobsmacking that they think it's OK to have inaccessible assessment venues and that they get away with it.

 

[Spartacus]

So many things I could say about the DWP. One of my closest friends (a High Court judge), looked at the file of correspondence from them I had collected, and described them as "a rogue department". I used to be a government lawyer and I am afraid I have to agree with that sentiment.
I always write on my form that I need to be able to recline or I will have to lie on the floor. So far they haven't assessed me in person since 2007. If they do make me go in, I will take a blanket and lie on the floor.