A NEW benefits change could see millions of claimants lose out as the government looks to boost growth across the British economy.
Jeremy Hunt has warned fit and able benefits claimants who do not look for work could be hit with financial penalties.
These changes come ahead of next week’s Autumn statement and will see prescriptions and legal aid being cut off as part of the crackdown if you’ve not turned up for work appointments or interviews.
Digital trackers will be used to track claimants’ attendance at job fairs and interviews as part of the harsher regime.
The Chancellor said: “These changes mean there’s help and support for everyone – but for those who refuse it, there are consequences too. Anyone choosing to coast on the hard work of taxpayers will lose their benefits.”
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