Wealth tax and social security reform

Early day motion 1037, tabled 31 March 2025 by Sorcha Eastwood (Alliance). Signed by 9 members.

That this House opposes the approach of the UK Government to reforming disability benefits; believes that withdrawing or cutting social security support for those most in need will exacerbate poverty and increase pressure on other public services; recognises that there are more progressive and sustainable ways to generate additional revenue, including tax increases for the super-wealthy; calls on the Government to reconsider the punitive elements of its proposals and ensure fairness and dignity for those requiring welfare support; and further urges the Government to work with devolved administrations on the establishment of a UK-wide commission to develop holistic, cross-departmental proposals for addressing economic inactivity among those with long-term illnesses and disabilities.

Signatures by party: Green 3, Independent 3, Alliance 1, DUP 1, Labour/Co-operative 1.