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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.
People with complex disabilities deserve to be assessed by professionals with relevant expertise, not generalists working from tick-box criteria. In cases where medical consultants and hospital letters confirm a lifelong condition, that should be sufficient. This is more than just a benefits issue — it’s about human dignity, equality, and justice. And at Disabled Entrepreneur UK, we’ve got your back.
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.
No one should have to “prove” their trauma, but the benefits system often requires detailed explanations. If trauma makes daily living harder, you deserve support. And always remember—your condition is valid even if it’s not visible. If someone hasn’t walked in your shoes, they shouldn’t judge how far you’ve come.
Over 80 Labour MPs are rebelling against Sir Keir Starmer’s welfare reform plans, warning of catastrophic impacts on carers and disabled people. Our research exposes the cruel imbalance between political privilege and public poverty, calling for inclusive employment reforms and fair pay for carers.
Chronic pain and fatigue are two of the most debilitating symptoms for those living with autoimmune disorders like Multiple Sclerosis (MS). These conditions often lead to invisible disabilities, which can make it difficult for sufferers to explain or express their needs. People may not always realize the extent of the physical and emotional toll these symptoms take, particularly when they flare up in such a way that daily activities become increasingly difficult or dangerous.
“One of the most overlooked aspects of disability assessments like PIP is the failure to fairly account for fluctuating conditions. Many individuals live with illnesses that vary from day to day — such as Multiple Sclerosis (MS), ME/CFS, fibromyalgia, or certain mental health conditions. These are not linear or predictable, and yet the current system often assumes a static level of ability. This creates a harmful narrative that if someone can perform a task once, they can always do it — which is simply not the case. A more compassionate and realistic approach would recognise how the severity of symptoms can fluctuate, affecting daily living and mobility in deeply inconsistent and exhausting ways.”
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has come under intense scrutiny following a High Court ruling that deemed its consultation on proposed changes to disability benefits as “unlawful,” “misleading,” and “unfair.” The court found that the consultation process lacked transparency and failed to adequately consider the impact on disabled individuals.
If drastic budget cuts continue to hit low-income families and the disabled, Labour will stand no chance of re-election. Regardless of party, the agenda remains the same—to save money at any cost. MPs should be required to live on benefits for six months before deciding if they deserve their inflated salaries.