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UK Government Faces Scrutiny Over Welfare Policy Reversal

Costly U-turn sparks budget strain and criticism from economists

02 July 2025 · 23:44 UTC

The UK government is under fire for a dramatic reversal of its flagship welfare reform policy, a move that analysts say will wipe out planned savings and worsen the country's budget deficit.

Critics argue the abrupt U-turn reveals a lack of fiscal discipline and raises questions about the ruling party's broader economic management.