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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
World
Aine Fox

Charities condemn ‘negative’ language as Reeves vows welfare fraud crackdown

The Chancellor has pledged a crackdown on welfare fraud (Philip Toscano/PA) - (PA Wire)

The Chancellor has promised a “crackdown” on fraud in the welfare system but the Government’s plan to carry on with benefit reforms previously announced by the Conservatives to save £3 billon has been branded “bitterly disappointing”.

Rachel Reeves said she wants to ensure welfare spending is “more sustainable”.

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