UK welfare system faces worsening challenges, critics warn

The UK welfare system is facing significant challenges, with many families struggling due to policies like the two-child benefit cap. This has pushed over 540,000 children in larger families into poverty, despite half of the poor children living in working households. Recent reports highlight the system's weaknesses, noting that financial support for job seekers is inadequate. Charities are stepping in to provide emergency food, with a record 3.1 million parcels distributed last year. Labour's leadership is under pressure to address these issues. Critics argue that proposed cuts could worsen the situation for vulnerable groups, including the sick and disabled, while a review of the two-child cap is expected this summer.