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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks agoThe Guardian view on long waits for disability benefits: the system should not push people closer to poverty | Editorial
Pip is designed to support disabled people with the additional costs of daily living and mobility, yet for many claimants it has instead become a source of prolonged uncertainty, financial hardship and distress. Waiting months and in some cases more than a year for a decision can push people into debt, rent arrears and poverty, especially as Pip unlocks other support such as carer's allowance.
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fromThe Washington Post
2 months agoWhy VA pays more in disability for sleep apnea than it does for some lost limbs
Over decades, the government has spent billions ondisability payments for veterans with sleep apnea, a common condition that interrupts breathing during sleep and causesfatigue. In early 2022, officials were determined to pare that back. Medical advances mean most apneasufferers now have few or no symptoms and can hold jobs. So Denis McDonough, then the secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs, announced a proposal to change the benefits system to reflect the new reality, and - going forward - slash monthly checks for many veterans.
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fromIndependent
4 months ago'They want people with disabilities to work, but they constantly put us in poverty,' says Dublin woman calling for more support in Budget
Wheelchair user with cerebral palsy lost disability and mobility allowances due to full-time work and faces possible medical card loss on marriage through means-testing.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 months agoGovernment launch 338m scheme to help sick and disabled people back into work
The Universal Credit Act raises the standard allowance with cuts to the health element for new claimants from April 2026, while independent journalism seeks donations to remain free.
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7 months agoThis ruthless pursuit of disabled people has damaged Labour no matter what happens next | Frances Ryan
Starmer's proposed benefit cuts face significant rebellion within the Labour Party, highlighting a clash between leadership direction and electoral promises.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months agoThis was Les Mis in the Commons and Kemi Badenoch couldn't resist hamming it up | Simon Jenkins
Badenoch criticized the welfare reform bill despite previously supporting the system; British politics struggles with coalition-building necessary for effective governance.
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fromSlate Magazine
7 months agoMy Nephew Loves to Brag About Committing Fraud. What He's Done Now Has Gone Too Far.
If this really bothers you, or if you're genuinely concerned that this might come back to bite him or his family, the best place to start is an honest conversation with your nephew.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months agoThe 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.
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