But no assessment required...... I think if you have paid into the system you should not have beg for your entitlements. I was also told that the ATOS people are meidcally qualified, however you may be assessed for fybro by a foot specialst!!!!!, they do not have to specialise in anything particular, just be medically trained. So it's not surprising that so many of us are being turned down. As there are not many specialists in Fybro, I think it's doubtful that we would get a fair trial ( that's what it feels like) that I'm on trial........for being sick :(((