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Reform UK vows £80bn public spending cuts in five-year plan
politics1 day ago

Reform UK vows £80bn public spending cuts in five-year plan

Reform UK pledges to cut £80bn of public spending over five years, largely by shaving welfare by £50bn, plus £10bn from net-zero policies, £8bn from trimming the civil service and £7.1bn from capping overseas aid, with additional savings from immigration reforms; the party says it could cut taxes in its first Budget if markets trust it and will keep the state pension triple lock, while Labour warns the plan could jeopardize essential services. The proposals were outlined at a Birmingham conference alongside housing plans and other reforms.

via BBC|
#immigration#net-zero#politics
Florida Leads Welfare Reform with First-Ever TANF Cash-Use Limits on Nonessential Purchases
politics8 days ago

Florida Leads Welfare Reform with First-Ever TANF Cash-Use Limits on Nonessential Purchases

Florida has become the first state to impose item-level limits on TANF cash benefits via EBT, barring purchases for nonessential items such as tattoos, theme-park admissions, video games, vaping products and other luxuries, while preserving basic-needs spending and phasing in the changes. Supported by federal officials as common-sense governance, the plan extends Healthy SNAP-like limits to cash assistance and is pitched as a model for other states; typical TANF households receive around $250 a month, and benefits themselves are not reduced, only spending restrictions.

via Fox News|
#desantis#ebt#florida
justice7 months ago

Text messages reveal ex-welfare chief pitched personal profits with wrestler in Mississippi scheme

In a Jackson federal trial, former Mississippi Department of Human Services director John Davis testified that he and former WWE star Ted DiBiase Jr. discussed using millions in federal welfare funds for their own gain, including texting about “money bags.” DiBiase faces charges including conspiracy, wire fraud, theft and money laundering, while Davis has pleaded guilty and is cooperating. The case centers on roughly $100 million in TANF funds diverted from 2016–2020 and broader questions about oversight and access within the welfare program.

via Mississippi Today|
#justice#mississippi#ted-dibiase-jr
Labour and UK Government Prepare for Crucial Welfare Reform Vote
politics1 year ago

Labour and UK Government Prepare for Crucial Welfare Reform Vote

The UK government has delayed changes to the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) eligibility criteria until after a review led by Sir Stephen Timms, involving disabled people, is completed, amid opposition from Labour rebels and concerns over fairness and timing. The concessions aim to prevent defeat in the parliamentary vote, but debates continue over the bill's impact on disabled people and the creation of a two-tier support system.

via BBC|
#benefits#government#labour
"Rising Number of RAF Children Seeking Mental Health Help, Study Finds"
health-military2 years ago

"Rising Number of RAF Children Seeking Mental Health Help, Study Finds"

A study by the RAF Benevolent Fund has revealed a significant increase in the number of RAF children seeking mental health support due to challenges such as frequent home moves, separation from serving parents, and disruptions to education. The charity reported a 131% rise in children and young people seeking help for depression, anxiety, and isolation between 2020 and 2023, as well as a 93% increase in family counselling. Financial assistance for childcare and children's needs also saw a 70% increase in 2023. The charity released these figures to highlight the growing welfare demands and emotional wellbeing of children in the RAF, emphasizing the need for tailored support for military families.

via The Telegraph|
#children#health-military#mental-health
"San Francisco's Shift: Voters Approve Drug Screening and Reassess Progressive Values"
politics2 years ago

"San Francisco's Shift: Voters Approve Drug Screening and Reassess Progressive Values"

San Francisco voters approved measures requiring welfare recipients suspected of drug use to undergo screening and treatment, as well as easing restrictions on police oversight. The approvals were seen as wins for Mayor London Breed, who faces a tough re-election fight over concerns about her handling of crime. Critics argue the measures could exacerbate issues like homelessness and drug use, but supporters believe they will improve public safety. The success of the measures is seen as a positive step for Breed's campaign, although she still faces vulnerability due to perceived inaction on key issues.

via NBC News|
#drug-screening#mayor-london-breed#politics
San Francisco Voters Approve Law-and-Order Measures, Including Welfare Drug Screening
politics2 years ago

San Francisco Voters Approve Law-and-Order Measures, Including Welfare Drug Screening

San Francisco voters passed law-and-order measures, including drug screening for welfare recipients and expanded police surveillance powers, with large margins. Mayor London Breed, who faces re-election, celebrated the results, emphasizing the need for changes in public safety. The measures were seen as a rebuke of progressive policies in the liberal city, with proponents aiming to address drug addiction and crime, while detractors expressed concerns about potential negative impacts. The move reflects a shift in public sentiment towards addressing crime and drug-related issues in San Francisco.

via Fox News|
#drug-screening#law-and-order#mayor-london-breed
politics2 years ago

"San Francisco Proposes Screening Welfare Recipients for Addiction"

San Francisco Mayor London Breed is advocating for two controversial ballot measures, one of which would require single adults on welfare to be screened and treated for illegal drug addiction or lose cash assistance, while the other would grant police more crime-fighting powers. The proposals have sparked debate, with opponents arguing that they are out of step with the city's values and may harm marginalized communities. Proponents, however, argue that the measures are necessary to address the city's problems with homelessness, drugs, and property crime.

via ABC News|
#addiction#ballot-measure#politics
The Science of Winning Your Cat's Love
science3 years ago

The Science of Winning Your Cat's Love

Scientists from Paris Nanterre University conducted a study in a cat cafe to determine the best way to attract cats. They found that cats responded most quickly to human strangers when they offered vocal and visual cues together, like calling their name while reaching out their hand. When the human ignored the animals completely, they were more likely to wag their tail - a sign of frustration or agitation. The researchers hope their findings will improve the quality of human-cat relationships and cat welfare.

via Daily Mail|
#cats#communication#human-animal-interaction
Conservatives secure cash bail victory in Wisconsin election.
politics3 years ago

Conservatives secure cash bail victory in Wisconsin election.

Despite losing control of the Wisconsin Supreme Court to liberals, conservatives won overwhelming support from voters for three ballot propositions related to crime and welfare. Judges in Wisconsin can now consider past convictions for violent crimes when setting bail for someone accused of a violent crime, and set conditions to protect public safety when releasing someone before trial. An advisory question on the ballot asked voters if able-bodied childless adults should be required to look for work to receive welfare benefits, with 80% saying yes. The election is expected to have implications for issues including election rules and the drawing of districts for elected office in the state ahead of the 2024 presidential election.

via Fox News|
#bail#conservatives#politics