To successful reduce the number of pensioners on disability support, policymakers must apply the lessons of other welfare reforms. Disability pensioners must be categorised based on their ability to work; provided tailored job search assistance; and required to follow mutual obligation conditions. Finally, the incentive to switch from unemployment benefits to DSP must be reduced.
Jessica Brown is a Research Fellow in the Social Foundations Program at The Centre for Independent Studies.
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