Labour Faces Growing Backlash Over Welfare Cuts Impacting Disabled and Vulnerable Populations

New analysis reveals 800,000 people stand to lose PIP benefits, pushing 250,000 more into poverty as internal and external criticism mounts.

The Labour government's welfare reforms aim to save £5 billion by 2030 through stricter eligibility for disability benefits and freezing Universal Credit Health elements.
An official impact assessment confirms 800,000 people will lose eligibility for Personal Independence Payments (PIP), with annual losses of up to £4,500 per person.
The changes are projected to push 250,000 more individuals, including 50,000 children, into poverty by 2029/30, raising concerns about the reforms' social consequences.
Critics argue that the £1 billion earmarked for employment support is insufficient to mitigate the widespread financial losses and increased poverty.
Labour MPs, charities, and advocacy groups are calling for revisions to the proposals, warning of severe impacts on disabled individuals and families.