Kemi Badenoch, the leader of the Conservatives, questioned the legitimacy of one in four people being classified as disabled, arguing that the term faces dilution. She advocated for reduced eligibility for disability benefits, targeting claims related to conditions such as food intolerances, anxiety, and mild depression. Badenoch emphasized the financial burden on the welfare state and suggested that support should be limited to certain conditions. She further highlighted a need for a stronger work ethic among young people, emphasizing personal responsibility in employment and self-sufficiency.
Badenoch criticized the current view on disability, questioning the validity of one in four people as disabled and suggesting cuts to disability benefits for conditions like food intolerances and mild depression.
She stated that while anxiety and mild depression are real conditions, they shouldn't justify taxpayers supporting individuals who could work. The government must draw a line on which conditions receive support.
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