We were extremely disappointed with the decision by Parliament to reduce ESA payments by £30 per week. As a charity that supports people that rely on this vital benefit in order to live independently, we know just how much harm this cut will cause some of the most vulnerable people in our society.
Headway has published a robust statement criticising the cut to ESA. A subsequent statement on the move to reduce PIP payments has also been made and suggests the government has lost its moral compass.
Headway has a clear policy of engagement across the political spectrum. It is non-partisan organisation, not affiliated to one particular party or cause. Our role is to improve the lives of people living with brain injury, and support from the public and high-profile supporters helps us to achieve these aims.
We are extremely disappointed that Parliament voted in favour of the amendment to ESA contained within the Welfare Reform and Work Bill, and that the government pushed forward plans to reduce PIP payments, which will no doubt cause further harm to some of the most vulnerable people in society. Headway's policy is to engage with politicians from all political parties. In doing so, we can demonstrate the impact their policies have on our service users.
We will continue to speak out where appropriate to protect the rights of brain injury survivors and their families.
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