4.43 It is proposed that the current arrangements be reflected in a specification under section 96, because to change this could undermine the ability of affected qualifications to provide a reliable indication of the knowledge, skills and understanding of a candidate. Allowing practical assistants to demonstrate physical skills that form part of the assessment objectives could undermine public confidence in such qualifications. To allow practical assistants to demonstrate physical skills on behalf of a disabled candidate would not necessarily minimise disadvantage where, for example, a candidate would not be assessed on the basis of their own abilities.