RM v Secretary of State for Work and Pensions (UC): [2026] UKUT 168 (AAC)
Upper Tribunal Administrative Appeals Chamber decision by Judge Ward on 19 March 2026.
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Judicial Summary
The duty under reg.2 of the Social Security (Medical Evidence) Regulations 1976 to provide evidence of Limited Capability for Work by way of a “fit note” in the prescribed form is subject both to reg.5 and to reg.2(1A). Apart from a limited exception, now of diminishing relevance, a self-certificate for the purposes of reg.5 must be in writing. However, where it would be unreasonable to require a fit note in the prescribed form, the alternative route of reg. 2(1A) allows a person to provide such other evidence as may be sufficient to show they have Limited Capability for Work.
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