Conservatives pledge 'tough love' benefit rules for under-25s

01-10-2026 12:33 via bbc.co.uk

Conservatives pledge 'tough love' benefit rules for under-25s

The party says it would bring in new work requirements for young people claiming Universal Credit.

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