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Written question asked by John Robertson (Labour) on Wednesday, 28 June 2006, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 6 July 2006. It was answered by Vera Baird (Labour) on Thursday, 6 July 2006 on behalf of the Department for Constitutional Affairs.


Myalgic Encephalomyelitis

Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, how many individuals diagnosed with myalgic encephalomyelitis who attended a medical tribunal were successful in (a) 2003, (b) 2004 and (c) 2005.
Answer

I have been asked to reply as responsibility for Social Security and Child Support appeals now falls to the Secretary of State for Constitutional Affairs.The requested information is not available. Details are not kept about the nature of the medical condition of people who attend appeal tribunals.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
81968; 448 c1348W
Session
2005-06
Subjects
Appeals ME/CFS Social security benefits
Link
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