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A freedom of information request has revealed that an AI system used by the UK government for assessing benefits cases is apparently getting it wrong by a “statistically significant” amount. The admission to journalists at the Guardian emerged after a fairness analysis into universal credit claimants in February 2024. It…

Exclusive: Government to set out details of review into benefit overpayments and how problems can be fixed

Exclusive: Age, disability, marital status and nationality influence decisions to investigate claims, prompting fears of ‘hurt first, fix later’ approach

JOHN Swinney has warned Labour “Scotland will never forgive you” should the UK Government attempt to block the ending of the two-child cap on…

MILLIONS of pensioners, as well as those in receipt of benefits including Carer's Allowance and PIP, will receive a bonus cash payment from the…

Written complaints about DWP double, while prisons, the NHS and higher education experience big increase

Employment minister wants to create new ‘public employment service’ to transform the UK job market

A new report shows a bad situation is getting worse. This really is a case for draconian action from the state, says Guardian columnist Polly Toynbee

Technology secretary admits government departments are not being transparent over way they use AI and algorithms

’Cloud of uncertainty’ hangs over disabled people, charities warn

It’s not to late for eligible pensioners to secure their payment