BASW will now closely scrutinise the detail of the plans and ensure that the voice of the social work profession and of people with lived experience are heard in our subsequent engagement with parliamentarians.

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If I was in my 20ies now I’d have chosen not to have children. This country doesn’t support its children, particularly disabled kids. I’ve spent 20 years fighting for mine, it destroyed my health. The two child benefit cap makes it likely most wouldn’t have large families too.

So how do I ignore the thoughts?

TW suicide. I suffered multiple organ failure and a brain injury as a result of attempting suicide. I received no support after discharge.My life is poor quality.I fight to stay alive every day. Each day it gets harder. I’d do it again in a heartbeat if the DWP take my PIP. They’ve made me worthless