Liz Kendall to overhaul DWP’s assessment for disability benefits

Liz Kendall has announced sweeping changes to the disability benefit assessment process, including removing the work capability assessment and overhauling how personal independence payment (PIP) is processed, sparking criticism from campaigners who argue it will worsen conditions for thousands of vulnerable people. The moves come amid concerns over proposed welfare cuts, with many MPs calling for a pause on the changes and emphasizing the impact on those already struggling. Kendall has emphasized the importance of involving disabled individuals in consultations to ensure fairness and prevent unnecessary hardship.