Support Not Punish: Ask your MP to speak up for a kinder social security system.

Gingerbread's #SupportNotPunish campaign is calling on the Government to reform the social security system so that it supports, not punishes, those who need it. Because it’s single parent families who are often the hardest hit but with the right support, we can make sure they thrive. 

So, will you join our campaign for an end to Universal Credit sanctions?

Act now by sharing our new report with your MP, asking them to speak up and support by using parliamentary mechanisms like tabling questions, speaking in debates and writing a letter to the Minister.

• Read Gingerbread's report:

  They are sanctioning the children | Gingerbread:

  Key findings:
  1. Universal Credit (UC) as it stands is insufficient.
  2. The social security system is confusing and hostile.
  3. There are specific risks of being sanctioned for single parents.
  4. The social security system has a significant financial and mental health impact on single parents.
  5. The system impacts work coach relationships.  

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• Sharing your personal story with your MP

   

  Thank you for adding your voice. Sharing your personal story with your MP can be a chance to reflect on your own journey and celebrate how far you've come or any challenges you've tackled. But it can be difficult if you’re in the middle of a family crisis, feeling low or vulnerable, or in need of support.

  If that’s the case, you might want to see what support Gingerbread can offer first, through our helpline, online forum or information pages.

  If you do wish to share something personal, then please make sure you feel ok to do so. If you need advice or support, take a look at our information pages or contact our advisors via our helpline or webchat.

  Like all organisations, Gingerbread has a duty of care to anyone who may be vulnerable or at risk of harm. If you share anything that may be a safeguarding concern, we will follow our safeguarding policy, which you can read on our website.
   

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