Chancellor Jeremy Hunt will announce a crackdown on benefits claimants who refuse to find a job, as the number of people leaving the workforce for a life on handouts reaches 100,000 each year. This move comes as the government intensifies its efforts to make work more beneficial by increasing UK productivity.
Tackling Labour and Boosting Fairness
During the Tory party's annual rally in Manchester, Chancellor Jeremy Hunt will criticize Labour's approach, suggesting that they would remove incentives to work. He will also address the issue of fairness, stating that those who do not even bother to look for work should not receive the same benefits as those who are actively seeking employment.
Raising the National Living Wage
In addition to cracking down on benefits claimants, Chancellor Hunt will announce that the national living wage will rise to at least £11 per hour. This increase will benefit around two million of the lowest-paid workers in the country.
New Sanctions System and Child Maintenance Crackdown
As part of the government's plans, Chancellor Hunt and Welfare Secretary Mel Stride will outline a more rigorous system for claiming benefits cash in the Autumn Statement. Furthermore, Mr. Stride will also use his speech to launch a crackdown on dads who refuse to pay child maintenance, ensuring that parents who shirk their responsibilities to their children pay up more quickly.
Ensuring Work Always Pays
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has expressed his support for these upcoming measures, stating that they will ensure work always pays. By implementing these changes, the government aims to create a fairer and more effective system that incentivizes work and productivity.
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