Department for Work and Pensions

The complainant has requested confirmation from the Department for Work and Pensions (“DWP”) that a particular model of cassette recorder complies with DWP policy. He wishes to clarify that the cassette recorder is acceptable for use in a Work Capability Assessment (“WCA”) or a Personal Independent Payment (“PIP”) Assessment. DWP has explained that it does not hold a list of approved equipment. The Commissioner’s decision is that DWP does not hold this information. No further steps are required.