Unite union sues UK government over cuts to pensioners' winter fuel payments, alleging legal breaches.

The Unite union is suing the UK government over cuts to winter fuel payments for about 10 million pensioners, claiming the decision was made without proper legal procedures. The union argues that the government failed to consult the Social Security Advisory Committee and did not assess the impact on disabled people. The government defends the cuts as necessary to address financial issues, while Unite seeks to reverse the policy through a judicial review.

November 28, 2024
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