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Isabella Cipirska
Isabella Cipirska is a journalist based in London, United Kingdom.
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When do disability benefits change? Budget 2023 changes explained and how universal support will work
The UK Government announced significant changes to disability benefits in the 2023 Spring Budget, including the removal of the work capability assessment (WCA) and the introduction of a new employment scheme called Universal Support. The WCA, criticized for its handling of sickness benefits, will be replaced by a personal independent payment (PIP) assessment, with a new universal credit health element for PIP claimants. The government also plans to enforce stricter sanctions for benefit claimants not meeting work requirements. Universal Support aims to assist disabled individuals in finding suitable employment, with plans for national implementation by 2024. These changes require primary legislation and are part of a broader effort to increase employment among disabled individuals.
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Charlotte Elton
Charlotte Elton is a freelance journalist based in London. Previously she worked as a state politics and health reporter at The West Australian, WA's major masthead. Skilled at feature writing, breaking news, and investigative work.
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Ray Young: 'Our government is threatening disabled people's rights'
Performance artist Ray Young criticizes the UK government for lacking compassion towards neurodiverse and disabled people, in light of recent policy announcements by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak. Disability charity Scope and others express concern over the government's approach, which includes tightening work capability assessments and negative rhetoric towards trans people. Young's show OUT, opening at Sadler’s Wells, explores themes of activism, queerness, race, and neurodiversity, aiming to support and celebrate marginalized communities rather than educate others. The artist sees art as a means to create healing spaces and foster community strength amidst political hostility.
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Nick Gutteridge
Nick Gutteridge is a freelance journalist based in Brussels, Belgium.
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Sickness benefits bill to rise by £1.3bn by the time Labour launches review, Tory analysis finds
The UK's sickness benefits bill is projected to increase by £1.3 billion before the Labour government launches its welfare review. Tory analysis highlights a monthly rise of £266 million in spending on health-related benefits, driven by mental health issues and obesity. The Labour government, led by Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall, plans to introduce welfare reforms in the spring, potentially including new taxes on unhealthy foods. However, the delay in reforms has drawn criticism from Conservative MPs, who argue that it leads to higher taxes and insufficient job creation. The Office for Budget Responsibility forecasts that spending on sickness and disability benefits could exceed £100 billion annually by 2030.
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David Smith
David Smith has been Washington correspondent of The Guardian since October 2015, reporting on the presidential election campaigns of Donald Trump, Hillary Clinton and other candidates. He has travelled to the US naval base in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, and reports from the White House and State ...
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After the productivity puzzle, now we have the inactivity puzzle
The 'inactivity puzzle' in the UK labour market is worsening, with over 9.4 million people economically inactive, a significant rise from pre-pandemic levels. The increase is attributed to various factors, including ill health, fewer students working part-time, and a rise in mental health issues post-Covid. Government officials, like Mel Stride, have faced backlash for their views on mental health's role in economic inactivity. The Office for Budget Responsibility highlights mental health problems as a major factor in rising health-related economic inactivity. The labour market's current state poses a significant challenge for the government.
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Jerome Starkey
Jerome is The Times Africa Correspondent, based in Nairobi. Before that he lived in Afghanistan and worked for various newspapers and broadcasters.
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Ministry of Defence is 'hacked by China' as officials fear names & bank details of UK's entire armed forces stolen
The UK Ministry of Defence has experienced a significant cyberattack suspected to be state-sponsored, with fears that the names and bank details of the entire armed forces have been stolen. The breach affected approximately 270,000 individuals, including regular troops, reservists, and some veterans. The MoD, along with GCHQ and other agencies, is actively responding to the incident. While the specific perpetrators have not been officially named, insiders suspect China's involvement. The incident follows recent cyberattacks attributed to China by the UK government. Officials are taking measures to protect those affected and to monitor the dark web for potential data exploitation. The attack has sparked calls for a reassessment of the UK's strategy towards China.
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Ej Ward
EJ Ward is a Broadcast Journalist based in London, United Kingdom. With experience working across a range of media EJ is skilled at broadcast journalism and live reporting. Experienced in managing a newsroom he currently works as a News Editor and Producer for Sino Radio UK, part of the GBTIMES ...
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Fujitsu will 'possibly' be 'on the hook' for compensation for victims of Post Office Horizon scandal, minister says
Fujitsu may be liable for compensation if a public inquiry finds the company responsible for the Post Office Horizon scandal, according to Work and Pensions Secretary Mel Stride. The inquiry will determine culpability, potentially shifting financial responsibility from taxpayers to Fujitsu. The government is also working to expedite the clearing of wrongful convictions of subpostmasters affected by the faulty Horizon accounting software. Post Office minister Kevin Hollinrake is exploring legislative options to hasten this process, while former Post Office boss Paula Vennells faces scrutiny over her CBE. The government remains committed to addressing the scandal and compensating the victims.
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Andy Wasley
Andy Wasley is a freelance videographer, photographer and writer based in London. Andy's videography and news photography cover current affairs stories including arts and culture, politics, protests, the environment and sports. As a PA Media freelance he has covered major news events from Brexit ...
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Tory leadership vote candidates and when results are expected
The second round of voting in the Tory leadership contest is set to take place, with Dame Priti Patel already eliminated. Robert Jenrick, Kemi Badenoch, James Cleverly, Tom Tugendhat, and Mel Stride remain in the race. The field will be reduced to four candidates, with the final two to be decided by October 9. Tory party members will then vote online, with results announced on November 2. James Cleverly has gained support from MPs Greg Smith and Sir Alec Shelbrooke, while Mel Stride remains confident despite finishing fifth in the first round.
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Sophia Waterfield
Sophia Waterfield is a journalist based in York, United Kingdom.
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DWP ramps up AI fraud detection investments despite bias worries
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is investing £70m in digital transformation projects, including AI models to detect fraud, aiming to save £1.6bn by 2030-31. However, the National Audit Office (NAO) has raised concerns about potential bias in these AI models against vulnerable groups. DWP aims to save £1.3bn in 2023-24 by tackling claimant fraud and error, with MP Tom Pursglove overseeing the effort. Despite the potential for bias, DWP has implemented governance and control measures but acknowledges limitations in testing for unfair impacts. The initiative aligns with Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's pledge to reduce debt.
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Emma Woollacott
Emma Woollacott is a journalist based in Oxford, United Kingdom, writing in fields from science and tech to business and politics, freelance since 1992. I've written for most British broadsheet national newspapers, including the Times, Daily Telegraph, Financial Times and Guardian, as well as many ...
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U.K. Government Plans To Check Bank Accounts Of Benefit Claimants
The U.K. government has announced changes to the Data Protection and Digital Information Bill, allowing the Department for Work and Pensions to access bank data of benefit claimants to detect fraud. The bill also extends the use of biometric data for security purposes. While the government argues these measures will save money and enhance security, privacy advocates and campaign groups express significant concerns about the intrusiveness and potential overreach of these powers. The amendments will be reviewed by the House of Commons on 29 November.
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