The Early Day Motion (EDM) laid down by John McDonnell  MP on 26th June 2012 has now received 83 signatures from fellow MPs.

The details of the motion may be found at the ‘Parliament online’ website: http://www.parliament.uk/edm/2012-13/29

This EDM comprises a series a criticisms of ATOS. It begins: “That this House deplores that thousands of sick and disabled constituents are experiencing immense hardship after being deprived of benefits following a work capability assessment carried out by Atos Healthcare under a 100 million a year contract…”