Suggestion of benefits cuts "jaw-dropping"

EMBARGO: Immediate Release

Responding to the news that Liz Truss has refused to rule out real-terms benefits cuts, Liberal Democrat Work and Pensions Spokesperson Wendy Chamberlain MP said: 

"With one in four people on benefits already in work, it is jaw-dropping to suggest the answer to the people's worries is to give tax breaks to the richest corporations but cut support for those who need it most. 

"The Conservative's plans to make real terms cut to benefits is heartless and devoid of care. It's clear that Liz Truss is either so out of touch she doesn't get it or simply just doesn't care about millions of families across the country who just want a fair deal."

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