Labour Pledges Welfare Reform Under Liz Kendall

Labour's new Work and Pensions Secretary, Liz Kendall, has pledged to eliminate the 'blame culture' surrounding benefits, emphasizing the need for substantial reforms in the welfare system. In her statements, Kendall criticized the previous Conservative government's divisive rhetoric, which she believes has exacerbated economic inactivity and left many individuals without support. With Britain's welfare bill projected to rise by £60 billion over the next four years, Kendall aims to reconnect job centers with the NHS and enhance support for young job seekers. She stressed that the current system is 'broken' and that a significant overhaul is necessary to genuinely assist those seeking employment. Kendall reassured that Labour will not repeat the 'salami slicing' approach of past administrations and is committed to supporting those in need rather than blaming them for their circumstances. The Labour government faces a challenge to balance welfare spending while providing meaningful reform and support to millions of economically inactive individuals.