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“Starving the Nation: Budget Cuts, Poverty, and the Silent Crisis”

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.

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Government Faces Backlash Over Misleading Disability Benefit Reforms

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.​

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Guide to Starting a Business: 30 Essential Steps to Success

Starting your own business is more than just a way to earn a living—it gives you a sense of purpose, independence, and personal achievement. It allows you to take control of your future while contributing to society. As an entrepreneur, people will look up to you for having the courage to take the plunge, and your journey can inspire others to do the same.

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The UK Government’s Quiet War on Disabled People: Are Human Rights Under Threat?

The UK government’s approach to disability rights, mental health legislation, and human rights law is cause for serious concern. These policies, when combined, could lead to a society where disabled individuals are stripped of their autonomy, denied financial support, and placed under state control. If we do not act now, we risk allowing history to repeat itself. The rights of disabled people must not be sacrificed in the name of cost-cutting measures. It is time to push back against policies that prioritize financial savings over human dignity.

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Incentive Suggestions to Support Employment and Entrepreneurship

Government Incentives to Support Employment and Entrepreneurship for Disabled Individuals and Those Lacking Experience. The UK government has long recognized the need to create a fair and inclusive job market. However, many businesses hesitate to employ individuals with disabilities or those with limited experience due to perceived risks or costs. To bridge this gap, several incentives could be introduced or expanded to encourage businesses to take on such employees.

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DWP’s Green Paper Consultation: A Flawed and Misleading Exercise?

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has recently come under fire for its “Pathways to Work: Reforming Benefits and Support to Get Britain Working” Green Paper, which proposes significant changes to Personal Independence Payment (PIP) and Universal Credit (UC). Critics argue that the consultation process accompanying these proposals is fundamentally flawed, effectively sidelining the voices of those most affected. Benefits and Work

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Understanding Invisible Disabilities, Recognizing the Unseen Challenges

The government’s proposed benefit reforms are not just a bureaucratic shift—they are a direct attack on the dignity, autonomy, and survival of disabled people. By making it harder to claim PIP and coercing individuals into unsuitable work, these policies will lead to a national crisis, affecting not just the disabled community but the economy, healthcare system, and society as a whole. It is time for disabled individuals, advocacy groups, and legal professionals to unite and challenge these injustices before they become irreversible.