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Trussell Trust has issued a grave warning to the UK Government: if planned welfare reforms and budget cuts continue, an additional 340,000 people in households with a disabled member will be forced into hunger and hardship by 2030. For many of these families, it isn’t just a question of putting food on the table — it’s a question of survival.
Disability and poverty are deeply intertwined, and when they co-exist, the barriers multiply. Families with disabled children are more likely to experience financial hardship, social exclusion, and mental health challenges, yet they often receive the least support. According to recent research, including findings from The Childhood Trust, the cost of living crisis has placed even more strain on already stretched services, making it harder for social workers to meet the needs of families with disabled children.
As outrage grows over a disabled woman being ignored by the Disability Minister, public attention turns to political ideologies like the Fabian Society—and whether the welfare state is being restructured under a cloak of cold reform.
To truly support vulnerable families, we must see poverty for what it is—a pervasive risk factor that influences every other domain of a child’s life. More than just economic deprivation, poverty reduces access to opportunity, stability, and wellbeing. Investing in early intervention, social work training, disability inclusion, and long-term support for care leavers and young carers is essential.
When a system structurally excludes, misjudges, or punishes people with fluctuating disabilities, it is not just morally unjust — it may also be legally non-compliant. Disabled individuals and advocacy groups have a strong basis to argue that the PIP framework, as currently implemented, fails to meet legal standards of fairness, equality, and dignity.
Poverty is not a natural disaster. It’s man-made. It is created by policies, political agendas, and the failure of those in power to prioritize humanity over spreadsheets. As the cost of living rises and support dwindles, the UK risks becoming a country where survival itself is a luxury. The government may not see the starving children or the evicted tenants, but the public does, the communities do and we do.
If your benefits have stopped, you’ve been sanctioned by the DWP, or you’ve lost your job, this essential guide explains what steps to take immediately. Learn how to apply for hardship payments, appeal decisions, deal with creditors, and access emergency financial support and legal help during a crisis.
Government Response and Future Prospects The UK government has announced a support package to help industries transition, including grants for electric vehicle innovation and diversification into Asian markets such as India and China. While these steps are welcome, critics argue they may not be enough to shield the UK from the long-term fallout.
It is not only the most vulnerable and disabled individuals who are being forced into poverty, but now, children are also bearing the brunt of the government’s actions. While families struggle to make ends meet and children face the harsh reality of hunger, those in power continue to line their own pockets with pay raises.
Universal Credit does not automatically entitle disabled claimants to a council tax discount, so it is crucial to contact your local authority to ensure you are receiving the correct support. If you receive an unexpected bill, act quickly to challenge it and apply for the discounts you are entitled to. Taking proactive steps can prevent unnecessary financial hardship and ensure you are not overpaying for council tax.