Welfare and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall plans to reinforce Labour's proposed £5 billion cuts to disability benefits, arguing these reforms are crucial for sustaining the welfare state. Despite facing resistance from over 100 Labour backbenchers who oppose the cuts, Kendall insists that eligibility for certain benefits needs restriction to prevent spiraling costs. While the welfare cost remains stable at around 10% of GDP, the dramatic increase in disability spending necessitates urgent reform. Critics caution that any changes should focus on improving overall livelihoods, rather than merely adhering to fiscal targets, especially following poor electoral performances linked to these cuts.
Kendall argues for welfare reform, emphasizing that urgent action is needed to control welfare costs, ensuring the system can support those truly in need.
The total cost of welfare has stabilized but the rapid rise in disability benefits demands reform to prevent future financial instability within the welfare state.
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