Synopsis

To what extent is it justifiable to compel individuals back into employment? As part of a controversial government initiative, tens of thousands of families receiving welfare payments have seen their benefits reduced. Once determined by individual need, out-of-work benefits are now capped at £20,000 annually in most regions. This report by Panorama follows parents grappling with monthly losses of hundreds of pounds, struggling to maintain their homes—all aware that escaping the benefit cap neces