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<p>The Department is still finalising the design of the Proof of Concept and seeking
input from key representatives from the sector. It is a small scale test which will
be run in 2-4 jobcentres during summer 2019. We will use the Proof of Concept to test
whether we can increase engagement with claimants with disabilities or health conditions.
Work Coaches will start with no mandatory requirements and then tailor conditionality
up, based on an individual’s circumstances.</p><p> </p><p>We intend to apply it to
those claimants pre-Work Capability Assessment; and, that, for those post work capability
assessment found to have a Limited Capability for Work. We will apply it to all claimants
presenting with medical evidence of a health condition, or disability, excluding only
those who are Terminally Ill or who have conditions defined in schedule 8 or schedule
9 of the Universal Credit Regulations. Universal Credit does not use the ICD10 classification
system for claimants recognising that each claimant is unique. Further detailed design
on inclusion/exclusion criteria have yet to be defined.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>The
evaluation of the Proof of Concept will take place in Autumn 2019 after which we will
determine next steps.</p>
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