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Alan Milburn's report on youth unemployment, expected to be published next week, proposes a significant overhaul of the welfare system. Under the new system, young people aged 18 to 24 would be barred from claiming the health element of universal credit and personal independence payments (PIP). Instead, they would receive a new youth allowance, paid at the standard rate of universal credit. Many current PIP recipients would transition to a new 'additional cost allowance', covering day-to-day costs related to their disability. Those with severe disabilities, unable to work, would receive a new benefit at a higher rate. Milburn acknowledged that the changes would not be 'pain-free' and could initially reduce financial support for some.
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