Capability assessments back under spotlight

Controversial assessments carried out on people who claim incapacity benefits will be put under the spotlight again this week.

The Social Affairs Policy Review Committee will sit on Thursday - the Treasury Minister and staff from the Social Security division will give evidence. 

The independent healthcare professional who was charged with reviewing the personal capability assessments will also discuss his findings. 

In March last year Tynwald agreed the reviews should be referred to the committee for examination and report after they were heavily criticised. 

The session will be held in the Legislative Buildings on Thursday - members of the public are welcome to attend.