Byrne: Government plans will hurt cancer patients and disabled children

Speaking before the return of the Welfare Reform Bill to the commons today, shadow work and pensions secretary Liam Byrne attacked the government, accusing them of “snatching away” support from cancer patients and disabled children:

“We are determined to stop a Government which seems hell-bent on snatching away support from cancer patients and children with disabilities.”

“We believe welfare to work needs jobs – and this bill doesn’t create a single one. Instead it cuts support for people trying to do the right thing like mums trying to go back to work and families trying to save, and quite frankly it crosses a line of basic British decency.”

“This Government now seems relaxed about giving giant bonuses for bankers but resolute about axing help for cancer patients and disabled children. That tells you everything you need to know about their values.”