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800,000 Face Poverty as Disability Benefits Cut Proposed

4/24/2025

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In August 2024, 7.6% of Hendon's working-age population relied on disability benefits as the Labour government proposed cuts to Personal Independence Payments (PIP). This move threatens to impact 800,000 people, igniting fears of rising poverty. The public's strong opposition highlights the urgent need for a compassionate social security system to support disabled individuals.

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Story summary

In August 2024, 7.6% of Hendon's working-age population relied on disability benefits as the Labour government proposed cuts to Personal Independence Payments (PIP). This move threatens to impact 800,000 people, igniting fears of rising poverty. The public's strong opposition highlights the urgent need for a compassionate social security system to support disabled individuals.