Isabel Hardman – The Telegraph When government makes a mess of a big contract, the Right’s normal response is to make a fuss. Taxpayers’ money is precious, and the state should avoid wasting it. So what if I told you … Continue reading
Another personal story from an Atos/Government victim, the numbers continue to grow by the day, when are the bloody MPs going to stop talking and actually put an end to this misery being inflicted upon the vulnerable in our society? … Continue reading
Little Arthur and Alfie, both 10 months old, share the exact same medical conditions and need the same round-the-clock care. But a government ruling has found that only Arthur was entitled to Disability Living Allowance of £76 per month. Mum … Continue reading
16 May 2013 Following allegations by former Atos doctor Greg Wood that the fitness to work test is biased against the claimant, and that people are not being assessed fairly, Rutherglen and Hamilton West Labour MP Tom Greatrex, who has … Continue reading
A doctor who worked for the private company which assesses people for disability benefits says its methods are “unfair”. Greg Wood, a former Royal Navy doctor, resigned from Atos earlier this month, after working as an assessor for two-and-a-half years. … Continue reading
MP Tom Greatrex says it’s wrong for the private firm to be cashing in when sick and disabled people are suffering because of the “mess” caused by new rules on claiming benefits. The private firm have been carrying out assesments … Continue reading
Now I know that disabled people enjoy a laugh just like the next person but this latest bit of news I have is not funny whatsoever? According to a very well-respected blogger it appears the Nursing Times is accepting sponsorship … Continue reading
A MAN chained himself to the railings of a Jobcentre in a row over benefit payments. David Garbett, of Southwick, said he was left without money after his employment and support allowance, £99 per week, which he received fortnightly, was … Continue reading
Many people have been shocked by a story which appeared on Twitter yesterday. Alex has collated the tweets here. To put this in context, the poster Thomas Hemingford’s twitter profile reads: “Man. Married, disabled wife. 3 Children, 1 disabled.” Now … Continue reading
Tanni Grey Thomson has been turned down for the position of Head of Sport England in favour of Nick Bittel Chief Executive of the London Marathon, some people are questioning this decision but did anyone really think the government would … Continue reading