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The Impact of Minimum Wage and Benefits on Working Class

This chapter analyzes the effects of increasing minimum wage and benefits, revealing that the adjustments fail to keep up with inflation, resulting in a pay cut for workers. Tougher requirements for claiming benefits, including mandatory work experience, are also discussed. The chapter delves into the idea of directing individuals to areas with job opportunities and the potential consequences of welfare reforms on employment.

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