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fromThe Conversation
1 week ago

People with MS and other fluctuating health conditions are often forced to quit their jobs when they want to work

According to the major UK survey of over 1,100 respondents with MS, systemic failures in workplace support and welfare systems significantly hinder the ability of individuals to maintain employment.
Public health
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

Fears of rising poverty and inequality after vow to end cost-of-living packages

Supports will be withdrawn while focusing on future-proofing the economy amid high inflation and income losses.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

Trump didn't start the war on the poor but he's taking it to new extremes

The One Big, Beautiful Bill threatens America's welfare system with unprecedented cuts to crucial health and nutrition programs.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Dining across the divide: He was a Stop the boats person'

We talked about public spending. I think we need to shrink welfare but in a controlled manner that benefits people and gets them back into work.
US politics
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UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The Guardian view on disability benefits: Labour's rebels are right these reforms will lead to misery | Editorial

The outcome of the standoff on benefit reform is uncertain, impacting the government's authority and presenting significant implications for welfare.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Martin Lewis's charity warns Starmer's PIP disability cuts will be catastrophic'

Martin Lewis' charity has warned that Labour's changes to the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) could have a catastrophic impact, affecting many with long-term health conditions.
UK politics
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Watchdog raises concern over DWP plan to deduct benefit overpayments

The new laws allowing direct deductions from benefit overpayments may disproportionately affect the poorest individuals.
US politics
fromeuronews
3 months ago

Biden says Trump caused 'damage' in first post-presidential interview

Biden criticizes Trump administration for damaging Social Security and welfare services in his first major speech post-presidency.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

Is the NHS in crisis? Have your say as public satisfaction hits record low

Public dissatisfaction with the NHS has reached record levels driven by access, wait times, and staffing issues, despite ongoing belief in its founding principles.
fromwww.bbc.com
4 months ago

Labour group leader resigns from party over cuts

"I always believed I could better serve my community from within the Labour Party. I no longer believe that is the case."
UK politics
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Rising bill for benefits has also wreaked terrible human cost', says Keir Starmer

Keir Starmer condemns soaring benefits bill and defends welfare reforms amid rising unemployment statistics.
Starmer criticizes Conservative record on welfare and long-term unemployment, highlighting human costs.
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

We moved to Sweden for my wife's job. The country feels designed to help new parents succeed, but winters can be brutal.

Sweden offers a supportive environment for new parents with extensive welfare benefits and flexible parental leave.
fromwww.bbc.com
4 months ago

Kendall promises to fix 'broken' benefits system

The UK government plans to reform the benefits system to encourage work and reduce spending.
Changes to disability payment eligibility may impact vulnerable populations significantly.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
4 months ago

UK taxes 'are so high' because taxpayers are paying over a million foreigners benefits - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

British taxpayers are funding benefits for over a million foreign nationals, raising concerns over tax burdens and immigration policies.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 months ago

Scandal of the sick: Ill and disabled benefit claimants die waiting for payments

The welfare system is in crisis, with over 1,300 claimants dying while awaiting benefits.
Rachel Reeves' budget cuts are set to affect vulnerable populations, particularly those reliant on PIP benefits.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
5 months ago

Westminster named England's rough sleeping capital as London rates surge 16%

Westminster is the rough sleeping capital of England, with a significant rise in homelessness rates, particularly in London.
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