Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall has signalled an urgent need for reform, citing an impending increase in the sickness and disability benefits bill "by £26bn by the end of this Parliament", a statement made prior to unveiling proposed changes to the welfare system before Christmas.
Ex-John Lewis boss leads review to tackle ‘spiralling levels of inactivity’ A review has begun to explore how governmental and businesses can work together to support disabled and long-term sick back into employment.
The Government's Keep Britain Working Review spearheaded by ex-John Lewis chief Sir Charlie Mayfield, is on a mission to tackle what are being referred to as "spiralling levels of inactivity".
In previous comments, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has taken a firm stance, asserting that those receiving long-term sickness benefits should be encouraged to seek work if they are physically able to do so.
Scheduled for completion in autumn, the review has set out a preliminary objective for Sir Charlie to complete initial discussions with businesses and health and disability groups nationwide by spring.
