Universal Credit1 day agoConservatives pledge 'tough love' benefit rules for under-25sThe party says it would bring in new work requirements for young people claiming Universal Credit.1 day ago24 Sept 2026Tories would prevent long-term jobless spending benefits on alcohol and cigarettesThe proposals would also see benefits cut for people who are able to work but have failed to hold down a job.24 Sept 202616 Aug 2026Reform proposes £50bn welfare bill cut with changes to disability payments for millionsThe party's proposed changes were they to come to power include a replacement for the disability payments system Pip.16 Aug 202622 Jul 2026'DWP put me in debt, why should I pay it back?'Frederick Day describes the stress of receiving £3,500 in Universal Credit overpayments.22 Jul 20266 May 2026Disabled man challenges council tax changeAndy Mitchell is pursuing a judicial review, saying the changes are discriminatory.6 May 202628 Apr 2026'Emergency handbrake' needed on sickness benefits, Blair think tank saysThe Tony Blair Institute says people with conditions like anxiety should get employment support instead of cash benefits.28 Apr 20265 Apr 2026Disability benefits change means my son could lose £200 a month - it's terrifyingCharities say families are facing financial worries as changes to disability benefits come into effect.5 Apr 20265 Apr 2026Benefits and pensions rise as two-child cap endsFamilies on some benefits with three or more children will get an average rise of £4,100 a year.5 Apr 20262 Apr 2026'An awful experiment': Cash boost for families as two-child limit scrappedThe nine-year policy that capped financial help at two children has been removed.2 Apr 2026...
