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20/08/2010
Drug Addicts Face Losing Benefits
Drug addicts who refuse treatment could lose their welfare benefits, under new plans reportedly being considered by the government.
The Home Office is believed to be considering the move for those dependent on drugs or alcohol who refuse to be treated for their addition in a consultation paper on the government's drug strategy for England, Wales and Scotland.
However, earlier this year, the Social Security Advisory Committee warned that such a move could force addicts into a life of crime.
The previous Labour government had planned a similar scheme, with a programme aimed at helping drug addicts back into work.
(KMcA/BMcC)
The Home Office is believed to be considering the move for those dependent on drugs or alcohol who refuse to be treated for their addition in a consultation paper on the government's drug strategy for England, Wales and Scotland.
However, earlier this year, the Social Security Advisory Committee warned that such a move could force addicts into a life of crime.
The previous Labour government had planned a similar scheme, with a programme aimed at helping drug addicts back into work.
(KMcA/BMcC)
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