The North East has the highest disability rate in England: 31%, with 27% in poverty – the new benefits system must reflect Labour values and disabled voices

The North East has the highest disability rate in England: 31%, with 27% in poverty.

We need welfare reform that reflects Labour values and disabled voices.

I asked the Secretary of State how co-producing the new system with disability groups will ensure fairness—and how North East voices will be heard.

Parliament TV:  https://x.com/i/status/1939726026080141743

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

HANSARD: 

https://hansard.parliament.uk/Commons/2025-06-30/debates/CB54870B-9117-4FBB-8676-13B065029041/WelfareReform#contribution-241A2730-34BA-40CB-969C-32417A5BCC25