The Welfare Reform Bill is due for its second reading on the 29th April (this Wednesday coming). The first reading took place on the 18th March. This stage is a formality that signals the start of the Bill’s journey through the Lords.

The second reading involves the general debate on all aspects of the Bill. LT Law Journal looks at the main provisions of the bill, and why it’s going to make some positive changes.

What is the Welfare Reform Bill?

The Bill proposes to reform the welfare and benefit system to improve support and incentives for people to move from benefits into work. (more…)