on welfare
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Spending on welfare for children and working-age adults claiming a disability in the last fiscal year was £66 billion, up from £44 billion in fiscal 2019-2020.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 26, 2026
Another 25% is spent on welfare, including pensions and unemployment benefits.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 24, 2026
There’s no moral bar on European electorates giving the welfare state priority over economic growth, although low growth eventually imposes a fiscal constraint on welfare.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 21, 2026
The Labour Party stance on welfare specifically favours stronger safety nets and expanded local support schemes.
From BBC ● Apr. 15, 2026
Or maybe they were on welfare by now.
From "The Book of Unknown Americans" by Cristina Henríquez
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