Written Question·Department for Work and Pensions·UIN 118338

Personal Independence Payment: Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Tabled: 5 March 2026
Answered: 12 March 2026

Question

Tom Morrison

Liberal DemocratCheadle

To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what recent assessment he has made of the adequacy of Personal Independence Payment assessments in addressing the fluctuating and energy-limiting nature of Myalgic encephalomyelitis.

Answer

Sir Stephen Timms
Myalgic encephalomyelitis or chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) is a medically recognised condition associated with a range of disabling effects which depend upon the severity of the condition. All Health Professionals (HPs) receive comprehensive training ...

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