welfare reform

• Frank Field says evidence from Halton Housing Trust is   "damning on the DWP maladministration which is mangling poorer people's lives".

Disability Rights UK says Universal Credit needs a radical overhaul if it is to be fit for purpose, especially when it comes to meeting the needs of disabled people.

Greater Manchester Law Centre says it will not assist in the implementation of Universal Credit, depite request from a local Jobcentre.

Citizens Advice has reiterated its call for the roll-out of Universal Credit to be paused and problems with the benefit fixed, as new figures from the Department for Work and Pensions confirm payment delays and rent arrears.