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All Assessments Now Audio Recorded | Leeds News
Starting today, every in-person and phone assessment for disability and sickness benefits will be automatically recorded — no request needed. This affects major programs like Personal Independence Payment, Work Capability Assessments, Employment and Support Allowance, and Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit. While you can still opt out, the default is now recording. The government says this move builds trust and transparency, directly responding to feedback from disabled people and advocates who’ve long felt the system lacks fairness. These recordings aren’t just for appeals — they’ll…
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