All welfare state articles

  • Chancellor Rachel Reeves
    Opinion

    What should Christians think about welfare cuts? It’s complicated

    2025-03-26T10:45:00Z

    The welfare state was designed for a different time, but reforming it requires compassion and understanding. As chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers her spring statement, Christians should pray for the politicians leading this charge - and all those affected by it, says Tim Farron MP

  • 2024-04-19T093340Z_1228039039_RC2L97AK0B5J_RTRMADP_3_BRITAIN-POLITICS-SUNAK
    Opinion

    What would Jesus say about sick note culture?

    2024-04-22T14:05:00Z

    The Prime Minister has vowed to tackle what he calls, “Britain’s sick note culture”. In responding, Tony Wilson says Christians are called to be compassionate to those who are sick, but argues the Bible also encourages us to work hard and be wise in not facilitating over-dependence