A host of celebrities have joined forces to call on the government to reverse its decision to implement £5bn in welfare cuts, describing the move as “shameful” and warning of its devastating impact on vulnerable families.
Actors, comedians, and public figures, including Stanley Tucci, Rosie Jones, and Sir Stephen Fry, have voiced their concern that the cuts will push more households into hardship, with parents forced to skip meals and families struggling to afford life’s essentials.
In an open letter addressed to the prime minister, the stars highlighted the stark reality facing millions across the country. They emphasized that the cuts would disproportionately affect those who are already grappling with the rising cost of living, creating a deeper divide between the wealthy and those barely getting by.
The high-profile appeal reflects growing public outcry over the government’s handling of welfare policy. Campaigners argue that the reduction in support will strip away a crucial safety net at a time when food prices, energy bills, and other everyday expenses are climbing.
For many, the involvement of such well-known names adds weight to the call for compassion and action. The signatories stressed that reversing the cuts is not just a matter of policy, but of basic humanity.
As the debate intensifies, all eyes are on the government to see whether it will heed these impassioned pleas — or press ahead with measures that could leave millions more facing uncertainty and poverty.
