https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/tags/economicreform/Recent content in economicreform on Birmingham DailyHugo -- gohugo.ioen-usMon, 20 Jul 2026 06:23:44 +0000https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/andy-burnham-announces-760-boost-for-universal-credit-claimants-over-25/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 06:23:44 +0000https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/andy-burnham-announces-760-boost-for-universal-credit-claimants-over-25/Andy Burnham’s government is moving forward with significant changes to Universal Credit following a recent law amendment introduced by Sir Keir Starmer’s administration. The change aims to reduce the disparity between payments made to those on health-related benefits and individuals actively seeking employment. Before resigning as Prime Minister, Sir Keir’s government committed to investing over £3.5 billion in employment support by the end of the decade. This investment is designed to provide personalized assistance, enabling Universal Credit claimants to acquire skills for better job opportunities, enhance their living standards, and contribute to a growing workforce and economy.