Rachel Reeves is poised to announce substantial reductions to disability benefits, sparking worries among families dependent on these payments amidst escalating living expenses. Research by Trussell reveals that 19% of individuals receiving Universal Credit and disability benefits have visited a food bank in the last month, underscoring the plight faced by disabled individuals. The Joseph Rowntree Foundation cautions that the proposed billion-pound cuts to the welfare budget are instilling fear in those with significant health issues. Debates surrounding a possible £5 billion decrease in welfare expenditure are fueling apprehension about exacerbating food insecurity and financial hardships for disabled individuals.