People deemed unable to work ‘face having benefits reduced under DWP plan’

Those with history of self-harm could face penalties if they do not seek work after change in categorisation

People deemed unable to work - including those with a history of self-harm or at risk of killing themselves - could have their benefits reduced and face penalties under new government plans.

Under the proposals, which aim to make it harder for people who are long-term sick to claim benefits, ministers are hoping to reduce the number of people deemed unable to work at all as part of wider plans announced in the spring back to work" budget.