Written question asked by Tim Collins (Conservative) on Friday, 5 October 2001, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 22 October 2001. It was answered by Maria Eagle (Labour) on Monday, 22 October 2001 on behalf of the Department for Work and Pensions.

Dept for Work and Pensions

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, if he will make a statement on the work of SEMA doctors for the Benefits Agency in south Cumbria.

Answer: Mr. Collins: To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions if he will make a statement on the work of SEMA doctors for the Benefits Agency in south Cumbria. [7524] Maria Eagle: There is currently a shortage of examining doctors in south Cumbria. This has resulted in some delay, particularly during the summer months, to the processing of claims for Disability Living Allowance and Attendance Allowance. SchlumbergerSema Medical Services are actively recruiting new doctors to address the shortage, and as a temporary measure they are planning to use doctors from the North East to cover Cumbria if necessary.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 7524; 373 c54W;373 c53W
Session: 2001-02
Subjects: Disability Disability living allowance Cumbria Medical examinations Social security benefits Benefits Agency Medical Service Sema Group
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