Disabled Benefits Cut Under New Rules
Forthcoming rules mean debilitating conditions may not meet strict 'severe and lifelong' criteria. Hundreds of thousands face benefit cuts if government assesses their condition isn't lifelong.
The angle
Charities warn of cruel penalty for disabled people; new assessment criteria create uncertainty.
Why it matters
Affects hundreds of thousands making new claims in 2026.
What to watch next
Monitor charity responses and potential legal challenges.