Thursday 6 November 2014

Jobcentre Target Culture - Work Programme adviser speaks out

This Guardian article on a Work Programme adviser speaking out on the target and tickbox culture at the Jobcentre and associated training providers.

Thursday 3 July 2014

"Glenda Jackson take a bow"

Brilliant speech from Labour MP Glenda Jackson, attacking the vile work and pensions secretary, responsible for the “destruction of the welfare state and the total and utter incompetence of his department”.

Saturday 11 January 2014

"7 Reasons Why You Should Stop Bitching About People On Benefits" from a blog

This blog post is really thoughtfully written and from the writer's own experience. I won't quote it all but reason 1 is "One day, it could be you", many people are quick to pass judgement on what the politicians and media say about the worst extreme cases, yes they exist but are a small minority who spoil it for the majority who are not there by choice.