A side by side comparison of welfare and related policies of the three main political parties for the 2015 General Election.
Germany’s welfare system: an overview
An in-depth overview of the German welfare system and its different benefits, with information about administration, sanctions and conditionality.
Spain’s welfare system: an overview
A general overview of the Spanish benefits system at a time of uncertainty.
Making financial inclusion a priority
The new report from the Financial Inclusion Commission argues that financial inclusion must be a priority for an incoming government.
Cutting benefits for overweight people – a nutritionist’s view
Nutritional scientist Anika Knueppel reacts to a potential welfare reform policy advocating cutting benefits for overweight people.
Welfare reform: reflection and expectations for 2015
Policy in Practice and the Welfare Reform Club hosted a networking event to reflect on the events of the last year, and make our predictions for welfare reform as we look to 2015 and beyond.
Universal Credit: changing the culture of Jobcentre Plus
Advisors in Hammersmith say Universal Credit is leading to more positive relationships, greater job satisfaction, and is changing the culture of the Jobcentre Plus.
Universal Credit set for a nationwide rollout in 2015
It has been announced that the rollout of Universal Credit will be accelerated, but are local organisations ready to support people through the transition?
Universal Credit: towards an effective poverty reduction strategy
Policy in Practice’s report, Universal Credit: towards an effective poverty reduction strategy, was launched today. Download it here.
Universal Credit FAQ
Read Policy in Practice’s Universal Credit FAQs for help with the new benefit that combines six welfare payments into one monthly payment.