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UK plans to merge unemployment benefits into a £140.55/week, time-limited scheme saving £2–3B annually, with safeguards needed for vulnerable claimants.
The UK government is considering merging Jobseeker’s Allowance and Employment Support Allowance into a time-limited unemployment insurance benefit, potentially saving £2 billion to £3 billion annually.
The new benefit would offer £140.55 per week—higher than JSA’s current rate—and last up to 12 months, covering most job loss spells and aligning with European standards.
While aimed at strengthening income protection for those who have contributed to the system, charities warn the change could harm long-term claimants with health conditions if not carefully implemented, especially if they are moved to Universal Credit without proper support.
The Department for Work and Pensions has launched a consultation on the proposal, with experts urging safeguards to protect vulnerable individuals during the transition.
El Reino Unido planea fusionar las prestaciones de desempleo en un plan de tiempo limitado de 140,55 libras esterlinas por semana que ahorrará entre 2.000 y 3.000 millones de libras esterlinas anuales, con las salvaguardas necesarias para los solicitantes vulnerables.