Written Question·Department for Work and Pensions·UIN 108678
Universal Credit: Work Capability Assessment
Tabled: 27 January 2026
Answered: 23 March 2026
Named DayQuestion
Rachael Maskell
Labour (Co-op) — York Central
To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, how many (a) new and (b) existing claimants were waiting for a Universal Credit Work Capability Assessment in each month since January 2025.
Answer
Sir Stephen TimmsThe Department for Work and Pensions prioritises assessments for new claims to minimise waiting times and ensure claimants receive the right benefit entitlement as soon as possible. We are working with suppliers to increase capacity for clearing the backl...
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