Rejected petition Stop the welfare reforms now

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We the undersigned

1) Demand that the Government cease the wefare reforms now, stop the introduction of ESA & PIP and revert to the existing system of Income Support and Disability Allowance.

2) Demand that the Government honour existing "Indefinate Period" awards for benefits.

3) Demand that the Government clearly rethink the Work Capability Assessment and consult Disability Charities and Health Professionals prior to the introduction of any current and future changes to medical assessments for Incapacity and Disability Benefits.

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Date submitted 2 March 2012
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