Charlotte Hughes

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Hidden Injustice. How Changes to PIP and Universal Credit Threaten Disabled People’s Livelihoods And Lifes

1 week ago | thepoorsideof.life | Charlotte Hughes

Recent proposed changes to Personal Independence Payment (PIP) and Universal Credit (UC) eligibility are quite rightly raising serious concern. The proposed adjustments would disproportionately impact disabled individuals and their families which will leave them vulnerable to income loss and financial insecurity. For those affected by the changes to PIP eligibility, the loss would be devastating. The removal of the daily living component translates to an average annual loss of £4,500.
The poor side of life

4 weeks ago | thepoorsideof.life | Charlotte Hughes

DWP stats show that the older cohorts are to be hit harder as they have a larger percentage of claimants who don’t meet the 4 point ruleDescription. Freedom of information letter response from the DWP . Breakdown of those who will loose pip due to not having 4 points by age.
Parliament in Uproar. MPs Unite Against Cruel Cuts to Disability Benefits

4 weeks ago | thepoorsideof.life | Charlotte Hughes

If you have missed it the proposed changes to welfare and disability benefits have sparked significant backlash within Parliament They have been highlighting the profound impact these policies will have on some of the most vulnerable members of our society. More than 80 MPs, including dozens from the Labour Party are showing strong opposition to these reforms and it’s clear that a growing number of potential lawmakers are alarmed by the potential consequences.
The Price of Parenthood. Why the Two Child Benefit Cap Is Failing Families

1 month ago | thepoorsideof.life | Charlotte Hughes

The two-child limit is a harsh policy that unfairly pushes many families into poverty. This limit means that parents with more than two children receive no additional financial help for their third child and beyond. As a result, many families struggle to make ends meet, and children bear the brunt of this missing out on opportunities that are essential for their physical and mental health and future success.
Political Time Bomb. Proposed Welfare Cuts Threaten Labour’s Strongholds

1 month ago | thepoorsideof.life | Charlotte Hughes

As discussed in previous blog posts the proposed PIP cuts threaten the political stability of the Labour Party. At the time of writing approximately 80 Labour MPs could face the daunting possibility of losing their majorities due to changes in social security payments as indicated by shared analysis among party members. These changes could drastically impact the political landscape, particularly in the red wall constituencies of northern England. The data paints a very troubling picture.
Why Labour’s Broken Promises Could Cost Them Votes. Time for Change!

1 month ago | thepoorsideof.life | Charlotte Hughes

The results of yesterday’s by- election in Longendale have been very telling. Usually a Labour safe seat, many voters have started to feel disillusioned with the Labour Party, led by Keir Starmer. A key reason for this dissatisfaction is a belief that the party has not kept its promises and has introduced policies that many see as unkind, especially towards disabled people. This has left many not voting or others making a protest vote in reaction to their unhappiness.
List Of MPs That Support Disability Benefit Cuts.

1 month ago | thepoorsideof.life | Charlotte Hughes

Thanks to the amazing folks from DPAC (Disabled People Against the Cuts. Please read the information in this link and thanks goes to them for compiling this list. We have to stand together and oppose these cuts in whatever way that you can. Remember there’s more of us than there is of them and we won’t give up the fight.
Invisible No More. The Catastrophic Impact of Pip Benefit Cuts on Disabled Individuals

1 month ago | thepoorsideof.life | Charlotte Hughes

The UK government’s recent decision to cut £5 billion from disability benefits signals a very worrying shift in how we support our most vulnerable citizens. Experts that have spoken out warn that these changes threaten to make hundreds of thousands of seriously ill and disabled people invisible to the very support systems they rely on and not able to access them.
The Hidden Cost of Cutting Disability Benefits. A Looming Crisis for Local Economies

2 months ago | thepoorsideof.life | Charlotte Hughes

Hidden within the announcement of the governments proposed disability benefit cuts there’s a probable crisis that could threaten to unravel the financial and social fabric of local communities. The government’s recent proposal to cut upwards of £5 billion from disability benefits has sparked widespread concern about the well-being of disabled people.
Urgent.Proposed Welfare Cuts Pose Serious Threat to Society’s Most Vulnerable

2 months ago | thepoorsideof.life | Charlotte Hughes

The announcements regarding social security reforms have sparked intense, impassioned debate, as proposed changes will severely impact the poorest and most vulnerable members of society. The cost of everyday essentials are beyond reach for those who rely on government assistance, yet the coming changes propose reducing the health benefit top up from £97 to £50 per week by 2026, denying under 22s this crucial support entirely. This represents an annual reduction of over £2,000 for new claimants.