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In 2011, the Government announced the biggest shake up of the benefits system for 60 years. The changes, outlined in the Welfare Reform Bill, could have left thousands of people living with cancer without vital financial support when they need it most - for some, pushing them into poverty.
That’s why in 2011, we launched our ‘put the fair into welfare’ campaign. Thousands of you have supported us in campaigning to ensure people living with cancer don't miss out on vital support when they need it most. Read about our campaign successes so far|.
Find out more about our welfare reform campaign|.
The government continues with its plans to overhaul the benefits system. The new Welfare Benefits Up-rating Bill| is making its way through Parliament. It seeks to cap benefits so they don’t rise in line with inflation. Over time, this would mean a cut in benefits for people living with cancer.
Read our blog post| to find out more about the new Bill and what we are doing to prevent this.
Read more news about our welfare campaign|.
Benefits cap could affect cancer patients
The government continues with its plans to overhaul the benefits system. The new Welfare Benefits Up-rating Bill| is making its way through Parliament. It seeks to cap benefits so they don’t rise in line with inflation. This could be the equivalent to a cut in benefits for people living with cancer.
Find out about the campaign on welfare reform and the difference we made.
Read the stories behind the welfare reform campaign and share your own on Audioboo|.
Take a closer look at the proposed changes we campaigned against and what they would have meant for people with cancer.
Find out how we can help with money worries and learn more about the benefits you're entitled to|.
Hear why this campaign means so much to so many.