VerbatimParliament, as it happens

Access to Work Programme

Asked by Helen MaguireLiberal DemocratDepartment for Work and PensionsTabled Answered 22 May 2026UIN 1486

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, if his Department will review the Access to Work Scheme renewal process for existing claimants who have already evidenced their needs.

Answered by Sir Stephen Timms

We are reviewing all aspects of Access to Work as we develop plans for reform following the conclusion of the consultation.

Verbatim has judged this answer against the question that was actually asked — answered, partly answered, or evaded. Sign in to see the verdict →

Open this question in Verbatim →

Every written question, searchable

155,000 questions tabled since the election, with the answer each department gave — and the ones still unanswered, with the clock running. Free to search.

Search written questions →Read on Verbatim