UK Economic Growth Derailed by Record Long-Term Sickness Surge
After enduring years of austerity and weathering the storm of the Covid-19 pandemic, Britain’s economic growth faces a daunting reality an ailing workforce and businesses grappling with recruitment struggles. The…
Mentally Ill Inpatients in the UK Warned to Attend Jobcentre or Face Benefit Loss
In a concerning development, individuals receiving care as mentally ill inpatients have been instructed to participate in jobcentre meetings regarding their benefits, further exacerbating the challenges they already have to…
Welfare Costs Surge: £100B Bill for UK Taxpayers in 2024
As the UK nears a historic milestone, welfare costs soar, with the working-age benefits bill set to exceed £100 billion this year. This unprecedented expenditure, linked to a surge in…
UK Retirement Age to Increase? Think Tank Urges Immediate Hike to 70
Recent research sheds light on the urgent need to address the challenges posed by the aging population in the UK, particularly in relation to retirement age. The findings emphasize the…
