Written question asked by Alison Bennett (Liberal Democrat) on Tuesday, 3 June 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 9 June 2025 (named day). It was answered by Stephen Timms (Labour) on Monday, 9 June 2025 on behalf of the Department for Work and Pensions.

Social Security Benefits: Reform

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, with reference to her Department's green paper Pathways to Work: Reforming Benefits and Support to Get Britain Working published on 18 March 2025, which measures will require primary legislation.

Answer: The Pathways to Work Green Paper set out our plans and proposals for reform to health and disability benefits and employment support. Some urgent reforms outlined in the Green Paper, such as changes to PIP eligibility and UC rates, will be introduced shortly in a Bill. Other changes will be introduced through separate primary and secondary legislation. Additionally, several improvements that do not require legislative change will focus on getting the basics right and enhancing the overall experience for individuals who rely on the health and disability benefits system

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 57089
Session: 2024-26
Related items: Pathways to Work: Reforming Benefits and Support to Get Britain Working
Tuesday, 18 March 2025
Command papers
House of Commons
House of Lords
Subjects: Reform Social security benefits
Link: View this Written question on www.parliament.uk