What is happening?

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) are seeking the views on the approaches government should consider around reform of the health and disability benefits system and employment support.

We encourage all Lipspeakers to read more about this consultation period, here: https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/pathways-to-work-reforming-benefits-and-support-to-get-britain-working-green-paper 

View an easy-read PDF version of the  ‘Pathways to Work’‘.

How can you help?

You can contact DWP and give your views using the email address: [email protected]

You can also complete the DWP online form – questions 14-17 are regarding Access to Work (ATW).

DeafATW Briefing Information

The DeafATW briefing about the Green paper consultation will be 7:00-9:00pm Monday 2nd June, on Zoom.
This session will look at:

– What is a Green Paper consultation
– Is it worth taking part in the consultation
– How you can take part (answering the questions, emailing, contacting your MP)
– What the Green Paper says about ATW
– Suggestions about what you might want to say.

If you would like to join, please click here to register your place.