Economy

Some under-25s should get fewer benefits, Milburn review to say

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Briefings

A proposed welfare reform would remove under-25s from sickness benefits, according to a Milburn review. This change targets young people aged 18 to 24, potentially reducing their access to essential health support. The review suggests this shift aims to address long-term dependency issues, though the specific mechanisms and impact remain under investigation.

Key points

• The Milburn review proposes removing under-25s from sickness benefits.
• The proposed change targets individuals aged 18 to 24.

Context

A welfare reform review by Milburn suggests removing under-25s from sickness benefits to address long-term dependency issues.

Limitations

Evidence is limited to the proposed change; specific impact data, implementation dates, and beneficiary numbers are not provided.

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