Access to Work Programme
Commons · Question 94808 · Tabled 26 Nov 2025 · Department for Work and Pensions · Official record
Answered 2 Dec 2025
Question
Asked by Freddie van Mierlo
To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what steps his Department is taking to reduce (a) delays and (a) improve communication in the processing of Access to Work applications for (i) disabled people requiring essential equipment to remain in
Answer
Answered by Sir Stephen Timms, 2 Dec 2025
We recognise the importance of clearing the backlog, which is why last year we increased the number of staff working in this area by 27% and we have continued to streamline delivery practises. We remain committed to reducing waiting times for claims, prio...