"Chancellor accused of punishing disabled people with benefit cuts while offering tax relief"

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt is preparing tax relief measures for businesses and individuals in the autumn statement, meant to boost economic growth. However, this move has been criticized for potentially punishing disabled people by cutting their benefits unless they find remote work. Disability charities and opposition parties have raised concerns about the potential impact on disabled individuals. The Department for Work and Pensions is urging more people on benefits to work, arguing that the post-Covid increase in remote positions makes many on benefits capable of working. This has sparked a row over the impact on disabled individuals, drawing criticism and concern from various organizations. The Chancellor's plans also include a controversial proposed cut to inheritance tax, which is expected to be delayed.