Rachael Maskell MP argues that punitive welfare cuts fail disabled people, while investment in education, support, and inclusive workplaces enables sustainable employment and independence.
Tag: Disability Cuts
It’s Time For a Wealth Tax – Richard Burgon MP
"Despite the continued fearmongering of the rich & powerful, the public overwhelmingly supports making those with extreme wealth pay up."
When is a black hole not a black hole?
Steve Howell looks at how the government is enthusiastically signing up to plans for increased military spending- despite its claims of a fiscal 'black hole'.
Assessing Labour’s First Year – John McDonnell MP
John McDonnell MP writes ahead of the 'Labour in Government: one year on' conference on Saturday.
Scrap the Two-Child Limit and Introduce a Wealth Tax – Richard Burgon MP Writes to PM & Chancellor
"I urge you to listen to the voices in our party — and make the right choice: tax wealth and end the two-child benefit cap" - Richard Burgon MP writes to the PM and Chancellor.
Disability Cuts Bill Must be Scrapped Outright – Disabled Members’ NEC Rep Ellen Morrison
Disabled Members' representative on Labour's NEC Ellen Morrison-Smith sets out why MPs should vote against the government's disability support cuts.
“Cruel & Unnecessary” – Richard Burgon MP Opposes Remaining Cut in Disability Bill with Parliamentary Amendment
MP for Leeds East Richard Burgon has submitted a new amendment to stop the cuts still contained in the government's proposals.
Disability Poverty Campaign Group’s Statement on Disability Cuts Bill
"Our campaign against the bill will continue as long as the Government refuses to understand the lives of Disabled people and the extra costs we incur daily, just to survive."
MPs’ Anger Spreads Over Government’s Cuts & Ineptitude
"Anger, confusion and chaos" in Parliament as Starmer and the cuts face growing opposition.
This bill is still imposing brutal cuts – Rebecca Long Bailey
A powerful contribution from Rebecca Long Bailey against brutal cuts and creating a two-tier system.