As soon as the news of Atos’ early exit was announced by the DWP; we asked on twitter; {jcomments on}
tell us what you would advise any new contractor working for #DWP on #ESA tests! #poisonedchalice
Here's what you said:
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The first thing they would need is empathy to put themselves in the disabled persons shoes
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Doubt they will be any better but would do well to remember "There but for the grace of God could be any of you"
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a review of the WCA itself to ensure that its actually a fair test? like we have been campaigning for years for...
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To spend a decent amount of time assessing clients, ask questions about how condition can vary
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Do NOT sign up to a contract which bases solutions around imposed norms. Unless you want to be Atos v2.0..
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Courtesy, Consideration and Respect for the Disabled. Not Arrogance, Contempt and Disrespect like IDS DC and GO
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And kiss goodbye to your reputation, because we #Atos shows we know how to turn your brand toxic.
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Any #Atos 2.0 contractor needs to make urgent reform of the #WCA a condition for taking the contract
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don't hide the details of contract you signed from the public, you need to be honest & transparent about ESA tests.
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I would say you, your spouse or adult child might be ill one day. How would you want your own family to be treated?
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ensure that all staff are accountable for decisions & attend appeal hearings
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ensure that senior management not allowed to hide behind anonymity & made accountable at local level
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Do not disregard evidence from GPs as if it does not matter. Our GPs deserve better, and so do we.
Finally;
One for Govt: return medical decisions to the medical profession and away from assessors with a vested interest in cruelty.
