This is an HTML version of an attachment to the Freedom of Information request 'Assessment guidelines and manual for DLA'.

DWP Central Freedom of Information Team

e-mail: [DWP request email]

Lord McDowell

Request-3818-od21f214

@whatdotheyknow.com Our Ref: 1066

Date: 27 October 2008

Dear Lord McDowell

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Request for information

Thank you for your request for a copy of the assessment manual that decision makers use to make decisions on applications for Disability Living Allowance.

Your request was received on 27 October 2008 and I am dealing with it under the terms of the Freedom of Information Act 2000. Therefore you can expect a reply by 24 November 2008 unless I need to come back to you to clarify your request or the balance of the public interest test needs to be considered.

If you have any queries about this letter, please contact me. Please remember to quote the reference number above in any future communications.

Yours sincerely

Central Freedom of Information Team