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Universal Credit Cuts Threaten 730,000 Disabled Britons' Support

4/2/2026

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Starting next week, nearly 730,000 severely ill and disabled people in Britain face significant universal credit cuts.
The cuts involve halving the additional support for new claimants.
Critics warn the changes could push vulnerable families into financial hardship, risking eviction and loss of essential care.
The cuts have received little media attention compared with previous welfare reforms.

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Story summary

Starting next week, nearly 730,000 severely ill and disabled people in Britain face significant universal credit cuts.
The cuts involve halving the additional support for new claimants.
Critics warn the changes could push vulnerable families into financial hardship, risking eviction and loss of essential care.
The cuts have received little media attention compared with previous welfare reforms.