AQW 701/22-27 Written question to the Minister for Communities

To ask the Minister for Communities whether she will review the transition from Disability Living Allowance to Personal Independence Payments for young people with Down Syndrome, to ensure it doesn’t cause any undue stress.

Asked by Kellie Armstrong MLA on 27 May 2022

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Tabled
27 May 2022
Answer due by
15 June 2022
Answered
9 June 202213 days after tabling
Department
Department for Communities
Priority question
No

Answer

My Department aims to provide a quality service for all people transitioning from Disability Living Allowance to Personal Independence Payment (PIP) that causes the least amount of stress, irrespective of their age, disability or health condition.

This process is subject to ongoing review and enhancement

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