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<p>I have interpreted the reference to fitness for work assessments as relating to
Work Capability Assessments.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Every person who attends
a Work Capability Assessment can ask to have their face-to-face assessment audio recorded
and all requests will be accommodated where possible. Recording equipment will be
provided by the supplier or alternatively claimants can use their own equipment provided
they meet certain conditions required by DWP. Despite the very low number of requests
for audio recordings the Department will continue to make this service available to
those claimants who request it in advance of the assessment.</p><p> </p><p>DWP will
continue to keep the audio recording policy under review.</p>
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