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The U.K. government is proposing various benefit and welfare reforms as part of an effort to trim costs amid a declining economic environment. Part of the plan includes reevaluating Britons receiving incapacity benefits to determine those capable of returning to work. Another consideration would require single mothers to attend employment training and gain work experience. Labour Party reaction to the proposals has been quite critical. Leaders point out that cutting back benefits at a time when unemployment is increasing and the economy is slowing will only do more harm than good.