Healey Pledges Welfare Cuts Before Next Election
💡 Why it matters
The £100bn disability benefits forecast threatens fiscal stability, forcing the government to make unpopular cuts or raise taxes.
Chancellor John Healey promised to reduce the welfare bill before the next election, taking a tough stance on young people who refuse job or training support. The OBR projects disability benefits will reach £100bn annually by 2030.
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The Guardian
Healey vows to cut welfare bill before next election with ‘tough’ approach to young people
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BBC News
Burnham says he wants to cut welfare bill 'as soon as we possibly can'
9h ago
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BBC News
Healey promises reduction in welfare bill before next election
21h ago
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