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fromThe Conversation
1 month 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
1 month 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Supports will be withdrawn while focusing on future-proofing the economy amid high inflation and income losses.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
1 month 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
1 month 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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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months 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
3 months ago

DWP should have legal duty to look after benefits claimants, MPs say after deaths

The Independent prioritizes accessible journalism, funding independent reporting on major issues without paywalls.
Urgent reforms are needed in the UK welfare system to protect vulnerable citizens from harmful administrative errors.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
4 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
4 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.
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