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Old 22-06-2015, 16:54   #1520
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Re: The state benefits system mega-thread. Many merged.

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In 2015-6, spending on benefits, pensions and tax credits is expected to total £220bn

State pensions and age-related benefits - £95bn (43%)

Disability and incapacity benefits - £37bn (17%)

Child tax credits and working tax credits - £30bn (14%)

Housing benefit - £26bn (12%)

Child benefit - £12bn (5%)

Pension credit - £6bn (3%)

Jobseekers Allowance and income support - £5bn (2%)

Source: Institute for Fiscal Studies
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-33221966

Percentages rounded.

So where do you think the axe will fall? I suspect Tax Credits and Housing Benefits, with a continuation of the attack against the Disabled.
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