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All our blogs are written by Z2K's staff, trustees, volunteers and clients
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UC overpayments – Disincentivising fair decision-making
In the wake of the pandemic, more money than ever is being overpaid under the Universal Credit (UC) system. Blunt rule changes to the recoverability of overpayments mean that people are being saddled with debt as a result of structural deficiencies and delays in the decision-making process. As Z2K’s casework highlights, this leaves people in vulnerable circumstances in an impossible situation.
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Error 404: Digital Access not Found
Being of a younger generation and with English as my first language, I am aware of my privilege in being able to navigate a life dictated and shaped by the internet, and computer literacy. Since Covid-19, the necessity to be digitally adept has only increased. However, without the adequate education and provision of resources to ensure digital access for everyone, the benefits system and local authority services remain unfit for purpose.
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In 2021 Tenants are Still at the Mercy of their Landlord
As part of our work profiling the voices of tenants in the Private Rented Sector (PRS), Katarina tells a story of mistreatment, disrespect, and lack of compassion from landlords who know the power they have over her
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Latest news
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Press release – #PeopleBeforeProcess, new research
Disabled people left feeling suicidal and in physical pain by discriminatory and degrading benefits process, research reveals
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Z2K’s response to the Budget
This budget fails to provide people on Social Security benefits and tenants in privately-rented accommodation with the stability and support they so desperately need right now.
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Rev Paul Nicolson wins Sheila McKechnie #LongTermAchievement award
Z2K is absolutely delighted to hear that our founder, the late Rev Paul Nicolson, has been awarded a Lifetime Achievement award by the Sheila McKechnie Foundation.
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