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DWP Plans Major Welfare Cuts to PIP and Universal Credit

Exclusive investigation reveals how proposed Department for Work and Pensions reforms to Personal Independence Payment assessments could dramatically reduce support for disabled claimants amid cost-of-living crisis.

Disability Benefit Surge: 100,000 New Claims After Labour Shift

Exclusive investigation reveals a dramatic surge in disability benefit claimants after Labour's welfare capitulation. New figures show unprecedented growth in PIP claims, raising questions about policy sustainability and economic impact.

UK Scraps Two-Child Benefit Cap in Major Policy U-Turn

The UK government has abolished the controversial two-child benefit cap, a move hailed as a 'monumental step' that will lift thousands of children out of poverty and end years of financial hardship for struggling families.

SEND Reforms Risk Repeating Universal Credit Failures

A damning IFS report cautions that the government's planned special educational needs reforms risk mirroring the catastrophic rollout of Universal Credit, potentially leaving vulnerable children without essential support.

Two-Child Benefit Cap Fuels UK Child Poverty Crisis

Exclusive analysis reveals how the UK's two-child benefit cap has plunged 1.5 million children into poverty since 2015, with experts warning of irreversible damage to a generation's future.

Kinnock urges end to two-child benefit cap

Former Labour leader Neil Kinnock has called on the government to scrap the controversial two-child limit on benefits, arguing it pushes families into poverty. Read more on the growing backlash against the policy.

DWP faces scrutiny over benefit reforms

The Department for Work and Pensions faces mounting scrutiny as experts demand clarity on controversial benefit reforms. Here's what you need to know.

Tasmania to ban greyhound racing in political move

The Tasmanian Premier has vowed to end greyhound racing as part of efforts to win crossbench backing for his minority government, sparking debate over animal welfare and political strategy.

US workers get paid leave for pet care

In an unprecedented move, US federal employees can now use paid leave to care for their pets, sparking debates on workplace benefits and animal welfare.

Auckland school tackles bullying crisis

A secondary school in Auckland has launched a strict anti-bullying campaign after shocking incidents of physical and online harassment came to light.

Starmer pressured to delay DWP's PIP reforms

Labour leader Keir Starmer faces mounting pressure to delay the DWP's proposed changes to Personal Independence Payments (PIP), as critics warn of devastating impacts on disabled claimants.

Deliveroo criticised by RSPCA over animal welfare

Food delivery giant Deliveroo is under fire after the RSPCA accused the company of failing to ensure animal welfare standards in its supply chain across England, Wales, and Northern Ireland.

7 Reasons DWP Could Stop Your Benefits

Discover the seven key reasons why the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) might halt your benefits and how to avoid losing crucial financial support.

Dad moves kids 200 miles to escape toxic school

A desperate father relocates his children 200 miles away from their home to protect them from a 'toxic' school environment, sparking debate over parental rights and school accountability.

Alabama boy dies in hot car tragedy

A heartbreaking incident in Alabama has left a young boy dead after being left in a scorching hot car, sparking outrage and raising questions about child welfare services.

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