Celebrity supporters of the anti-poverty charity Trussell, including Sir Stephen Fry, Stanley Tucci, Brian Cox, Aisling Bea, and Rosie Jones, have spoken out against the Government’s proposed benefit reforms. The proposed changes, which include limiting criteria for Personal Independence Payments (PIP), have been criticized for potentially impacting disabled individuals and those in need of support for daily living. The Archbishop of York and the Bishop of Leicester have also expressed concerns, with Canon Alice Kemp calling the reforms a “cruel blow” for those already facing disadvantages. Brian Cox called the use of foodbanks in the UK a “stain on this country”, highlighting the potential increase in people needing support as a result of the reforms. In response, the Department for Work and Pensions defended the reforms as building a fairer and more sustainable social security system that aims to help those in greatest need. They emphasized their focus on helping people into good work to tackle poverty and inequality. The backlash from celebrities and religious figures highlights the ongoing debate around the impact of government policies on vulnerable individuals in society.
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