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UK Welfare Reform Boosts Support for Disabled Workers

4/6/2026

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  • The UK Government is reforming welfare to help disabled people and those with long-term conditions enter the workforce.
  • Starting Monday, new Universal Credit health-element claimants will receive £217.26 monthly, while those with severe conditions receive £429.80.
  • The changes are projected to save taxpayers around £1 billion.
  • A review of the Personal Independence Payment is underway, with changes postponed until feedback is gathered, expected by autumn.