Citizens Advice’s response to the passing of the Universal Credit and Personal Independence Payment Bill at second reading
2 July 2025
Responding to the Universal Credit and Personal Independence Payment (Pip) Bill passing at second reading, Nicky Willshere, Chief Executive of Citizens Advice Ipswich, said:
“We’re pleased the government has finally listened to concerns and stepped back from rushing through devastating changes for disabled people. However, even with these last minute concessions, there is still more to do to protect people from hardship.
“This whole episode highlights the need for a completely different approach and we urge the government to pause this Bill.
“The government came into office promising to improve living standards – now they need to prove they mean it by changing course and creating a benefits system that actually supports people, rather than pushing them into poverty.”