What is the DWP? #
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is the UK government department responsible for welfare, pensions and employment support programmes.
Access to Work is delivered by the DWP.
What does the DWP do in relation to Access to Work? #
The DWP is responsible for:
- Managing Access to Work applications
- Assessing eligibility
- Making funding decisions
- Administering payments
- Reviewing awards
- Managing reconsideration requests
Why is the DWP mentioned so often? #
Many aspects of the Access to Work process involve communication with the DWP, including applications, renewals, reconsiderations and claims.
Understanding the role of the DWP can help you better understand how Access to Work operates.
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