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Welfare Reform
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Government disability benefit review evaluates non-cash support alternatives
A government review into disability benefits is exploring whether to supplement or replace some cash payments with direct access to health services and specialized support.
Disability benefit review avoids simplistic cuts, says minister
Minister Sir Stephen Timms has promised a thorough, well-considered overhaul of the PIP disability benefit, ruling out harsh, immediate cuts as the government grapples with rising costs and assessment system failures.