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  1. Disability claims can’t be made on ‘unverifiable assertions’, argues Sunak in benefits crackdown | The Independent
    Diagnosis a requirement for disability benefits. What of those who are stuck on waiting lists for diagnosis or have a rare disorder with no diagnosis available?
    independent.co.uk/news/uk/poli

    #PIP
    #Sunak
    #WarOnTheChronicallyIll
    #WarOnTheMentallyIll
    #WarOnTheDisabled
    #Diagnosis
    #BespokeSupport
    #BenefitCuts
    #Poverty
    #Vouchers
    #MentalHealth

  2. Those signed off feeling depressed classed as incapable of work, says Stride | Health policy | The Guardian

    Depression is NOT the same as what people commonly refer to being a bit depressed which is just a bit down. It's far more serious & you can't just 'pull your socks up' and get on with things.

    theguardian.com/politics/2024/

    #Depression
    #DWP
    #Stride
    #Tories
    #MentalIllness
    #DepressionIsNotJustFeelingABitDown
    #WarOnTheMentallyIll