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Social Security Bill Amendment w/ Sarita Divis, Executive Officer of the Child Poverty Action Group

Social Security Bill Amendment w/ Sarita Divis, Executive Officer of the Child Poverty Action Group

Update: 2025-01-15
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The recent social security amendment bill is an extension of the government’s agenda to cut those on benefits by 50,000. While this may seem like a strategic move by the government, it is important to consider that they are not creating any new jobs and unemployment is at 4.8 percent as of September 2024.



The proposed changes aim to make it harder for those struggling to receive the benefit, additionally introducing 'money management' schemes, which splits the MSD payment onto a card which can only be used at specific locations. These changes are unrealistic, because many people already pay more than half of their income for rent.



Anti-Poverty groups have spoken out about this amendment and are aiming to raise awareness around this. These groups want the government to move away from using sanctions against people who need income support.



Sasha spoke to the Child Poverty Action Group’s Executive Officer, Sarita Divis about the social security bill amendment, and potential consequences for those seeking support.

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Social Security Bill Amendment w/ Sarita Divis, Executive Officer of the Child Poverty Action Group

Social Security Bill Amendment w/ Sarita Divis, Executive Officer of the Child Poverty Action Group

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