Barnsley Cuts Universal Payments | Sheffield News

Barnsley Council, now under Reform UK leadership, has scrapped its popular $100 cost-of-living payments for pensioners and others — a move that shocks given the party’s public stance against Labour’s winter fuel cuts. The shift targets universal aid, replacing it with need-based support using a $4.7 million government fund. This overhaul also slashes school uniform vouchers to just Reception and Year 7 students, cutting from 33,000 last year to a fraction. The decision, backed by a council majority, aims to deliver more precise help to those truly struggling — but leaves many wondering if the new approach will reach those who need it most. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/1161f4edcee579fa