The Conservatives claim to be the party of aspiration, but their broken safety net prevents it
‘A well-designed safety net would help people return to work when they can’
‘A well-designed safety net would help people return to work when they can’
More economic democracy – union power, workers’ rights, decentralisation of and democratic engagement in decision-making – creates better productivity and a stronger, more secure economy.
Even in a relatively affluent part of the UK, the new system is making people homeless and increasing dependence on food banks.
Harriet Williams shares her experience as one of the million plus unemployed under-26 year olds.