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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Albert Toth

What disability benefit claimants need to know about Labour’s new welfare plans

Labour’s divisive welfare plans have passed a final vote in parliament, paving the way for changes to Universal Credit that will affect all 7.5 million claimants.

The government removed changes to the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) from the its welfare bill following the threat of a major backbench rebellion by over 100 Labour MPs.

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