Written questions

Disability: Public Sector

Commons · Question 8049 · Tabled 9 Jun 2026 · Department for Work and Pensions · Official record

Answered 16 Jul 2026

Question

Asked by Jim Shannon

To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what steps he is taking to improve accessibility for disabled people in public services.

Answer

Answered by Sir Stephen Timms, 16 Jul 2026

We are continuously working across government, engaging with stakeholders and listening to the views of disabled people to improve accessibility in public services.For example, following the publication of our BSL Advisory Board’s report ‘Locked out’ last...