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Battling with Benefits

Episode 2

Duration: 30 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC One Wales HDLatest broadcast: on BBC One Wales

Series uncovering the human cost of the changes to the benefits system in Wales. Bridgend-born Will Thomas was airlifted back to the UK with serious injuries. Penniless and on crutches, he was told he couldn't claim any benefits at all. Cameras follow his year-long battle to get financial support. A young Valleys couple have their benefits sanctioned, their money cut and they struggle to cope. But it's even tougher for them when she finally gets a job. The couple's benefits stop, and they have to survive for four weeks with just £80 to pay all their bills. Show less

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