Welfare reform bill will punish disabled people and the poor
Welfare reform bill will punish disabled people and the poor
The Guardian, Tuesday 8 March 2011 Article historyThe welfare reform bill, to be given its second reading in the Commons tomorrow, disguises cuts and changes to a number of benefits that will punish disabled people. In particular, the bill will time-limit contribution-related employment support allowance to 365 days, so that a claimant becomes ineligible after a year if their spouse or partner works.
Laughter really is the best medicine (for leg ulcers)
Published Tuesday 8th March 11
Forget technology. The best prescription for patients with venous leg ulcers is good quality nursing care – and the occasional belly laugh!
