The Latest Breaking News from Steve Mikellides

‘I’ve had brain injury for 19 years – but DWP still wants me to keep proving I can’t work’

People with conditions like permanent hearing loss and amputated limbs are being forced to re-prove their disability, researchers warn

The Independent UK · Jun 17

Disabled people with lifelong conditions facing ‘unnecessary’ Pip reassessments

‘Pointless’ reviews are wasting public money and ‘significantly harming’ the mental health of claimants, charity says

The Guardian - UK · Jun 15

Inside the battle to make ends meet as benefits fail to keep up with soaring rents

New analysis has found almost half of all private renters who receive housing benefit experience a shortfall between the government support and monthly rents. Holly Bancroft and Albert Toth speak to claimants and charities about the struggle to keep up with rising rents

The Independent UK · Mar 20, 2025