We're talking with the lovely Dr. Simon Duffy and Adrian Miller in studio today about the recently introduced Welfare Reform Bill.

A coalition of major charities have spoken out against the Government’s controversial welfare reforms, cleared in parliament last week, saying they will lead to an increase in abuse of disabled people and leave those with learning difficulties significantly worse off.
Campaigners say ‘the new policy, along with several other government policies, disguises extreme cuts that target disabled people and people living in poverty.’

The claims are backed by new evidence, arising from an in-depth analysis of the cuts, showing that these will fall disproportionately on the most vulnerable groups in society. In fact £24 billion worth of cuts will hit older, disabled people and those living in poverty.
The Campaign for a Fair Society – consisting of over 100 charities and 1,600 members – say the new law will mean that vulnerable people won’t be able to gain access to the services they depend on, and will suffer as a result.

They agree that reform is necessary, but want reforms that are fair. Therefore the CfaFS have proposed an alternative solution to be presented at the House of Lords next Monday (12th). The detailed manifesto highlights how a different system could mean control can shift to citizens, families and communities, whilst still saving the Government money.

For more information on this worthwhile campaign log onto www.thecampaignforafairsociety.com

Jennifer