https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/tags/tonyblair/Recent content in tonyblair on Birmingham DailyHugo -- gohugo.ioen-usMon, 04 May 2026 05:10:03 +0000https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/dwp-urged-to-scrap-state-pension-changes-that-could-cost-claimants-2100/Mon, 04 May 2026 05:10:03 +0000https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/dwp-urged-to-scrap-state-pension-changes-that-could-cost-claimants-2100/A recent report from the Tony Blair Institute, a thinktank led by former Labour leader Sir Tony Blair, has proposed significant reforms to the UK state pension system. Among the recommendations are ending the Triple Lock, scrapping Pension Credit, and abolishing the state pension age. Released on Friday, the report has ignited strong criticism from Age UK. Caroline Abrahams, Charity Director at Age UK, condemned the proposals, stating, “Age UK firmly believes that the Triple Lock should be retained into the next Parliament.https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/dwp-urged-to-end-cash-benefits-for-anxiety-depression-and-adhd-claimants/Wed, 29 Apr 2026 04:44:10 +0000https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/dwp-urged-to-end-cash-benefits-for-anxiety-depression-and-adhd-claimants/The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is facing renewed pressure to halt cash benefits for claimants with anxiety, depression, and ADHD. Former Prime Minister Sir Tony Blair’s think tank has called on the Labour government to impose an “emergency handbrake” on benefit claims related to these conditions. In their recent report, the Tony Blair Institute (TBI) argues that claimants must provide robust medical evidence to support their eligibility. They warn that the current system is vulnerable to exploitation, pointing to “sickfluencers” on social media who offer tips on how to maximize chances of successful claims.