Vulnerable individuals claiming sickness and disability benefits could be left out of pocket as DWP diverts resources to tackling outbreak, say charities
“There’s just so much uncertainty at this time. People are so scared about what's going to happen next,. A lot of the disabled people we work with are really worried about leaving their house, and the idea that they’re not going to have any income is a real fear,” she said.
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