Many people complain that they do not know what Labour stands for. A reason for this, is that the Tories will steal Labour policies. Labour unveiled a plan to help jobseekers find work earlier this week. Jonathan Ashworth (Labour's shadow work and pensions secretary) promised improved support for those who have recently left employment, the plan designed to encourage older workers and those with medical conditions back into work.
Today, the Tories, in effect stole it.
I think that we do have a system where it is hard for those who are ill to get benefits, but if they improve a bit, they are in a catch 22 situation where if they do try to return to work, they will lose benefits, and this can be catastrophic if it turns out that they cannot remain in work.
While this is not the Universal Income that I would prefer, this is a step in the right direction. It is a shame that Labour will not get the credit for these changes though.
