As the government weighs benefit cuts, many warn of impact on independence and employment

Among the raft of welfare cuts the government is expected to announce this week, it was plans to cut personal independence payments (Pip) that prompted the most outcry.

Although it appears ministers may row back on controversial plans for a freeze of the benefit, there are still suggestions they will change the eligibility criteria making it harder for people to access it – leaving the disabled community worried and anxious.