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Mar 17, 13:15

One Million Children to Lose Free School Meals in England by 2028

One million children in England face losing free school meals by 2028 as legacy benefit recipients transition to Universal Credit, despite calls to extend protections, highlighting concerns about child poverty and inequalities in access to nutritious food.

One Million Children to Lose Free School Meals in England by 2028

One million children in England face losing free school meals by 2028 as legacy benefit recipients transition to Universal Credit, despite calls to extend protections, highlighting concerns about child poverty and inequalities in access to nutritious food.

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What is the immediate impact of ending transitional protections for free school meals in England?

By the end of 2028, an estimated one million children in England will lose free school meals due to the phasing out of legacy benefits and the transition to Universal Credit. This follows the end of transitional protections initially set for March 2023, but extended twice. The Treasury resisted further extension due to cost concerns.

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Feb 25, 16:13

UK to Scrap Automated Benefit Deduction Program After Court Ruling

A UK court ruling deemed the Department for Work and Pensions' (DWP) automated system for deducting tenant benefits unlawful, prompting the government to scrap the program and initiate a review of similar practices, affecting tens of thousands of deduction requests annually.

UK to Scrap Automated Benefit Deduction Program After Court Ruling

A UK court ruling deemed the Department for Work and Pensions' (DWP) automated system for deducting tenant benefits unlawful, prompting the government to scrap the program and initiate a review of similar practices, affecting tens of thousands of deduction requests annually.

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How does the "computer says yes" program exemplify broader issues within the UK's welfare system?

The decision to abolish the automated deduction program highlights concerns about fairness and due process in the UK benefits system. The ruling exposes a systemic issue where tenants lacked a voice in decisions directly impacting their financial well-being, leading to the government's commitment to reform. This follows a previous ruling concerning utility bill deductions.

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