Written question asked by Mike Hancock (Liberal Democrat) on Tuesday, 27 November 2007, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 29 November 2007. It was answered by Anne McGuire (Labour) on Monday, 10 December 2007 on behalf of the Department for Work and Pensions.
Incapacity Benefits: Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
- Question
- To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions what recent representations he has received from (a) myalgic encephalopathy, chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) charities, (b) medical professionals and (c) individuals with ME/CFS on his Department's advice on claimants suffering from this illness.
- Answer
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The guidance published in July 2007 was written in consultation with medical experts from relevant medical specialities, including an expert nominated by groups representing people with myalgic encephalomyelitis and chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS). Consultation with groups representing people with CFS included three face to face meetings. Their comments and views were taken into account.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 170270; 469 c191W
- Session
- 2007-08
- Subjects
- Disability living allowance ME/CFS
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