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Labour must stop just writing a cheque for benefit claimants, says McFadden

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Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden stated that Labour should stop simply writing cheques to health and disability benefit claimants and instead focus on providing job support. This indicates a potential shift in welfare policy as the government prepares to launch a renewed effort at welfare reform. The statement signals a move away from unconditional financial support towards greater employment assistance.

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Pat McFadden is the work and pensions secretary.

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Pat McFadden is the work and pensions secretary.

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