Million More on Disability Benefits Due to Health Conditions
Update: 2025-12-12
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Over a million people have joined the ranks of those receiving out-of-work benefits due to health conditions or disabilities, with the number of Universal Credit claimants reaching a record high of 3.2 million. The majority of this increase is due to claimants transitioning from Employment and Support Allowance, but new claims are also rising significantly. A study reveals that thousands have switched to disability benefits after welfare cuts, costing around £900 million and highlighting the complex interplay between welfare policies and their societal and financial implications.
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