gary wrote: Views on the above.
I believe they now hold no weight and now look to be a thing of the past.

Hi g,
This not really a discussion forum, but MED 3's are still important with respect to a person who is ill and cannot attend work, and their entitlement to any benefit as a result of this.
Further, it is necessary to obtain a MED 3 when appealing a fit for work decision, for entitlement of payment of Assessment Rate ESA.
I understand were you are coming from here, but as I have said, this is not a discussion forum.
bro58