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<p>The welfare system provides a safety net for those of working age and there are
a range of benefits tailored to individual circumstances. The system is designed to
deal with the problems which affect those most in need and takes into account difficulty
in finding work, disability and caring responsibilities. No figures are available
as to why claimants apply for help to the benefits system.</p><p> </p><p>Independent
analysis by the Institute for Fiscal Studies has shown that the rise in women’s State
Pension age since 2010 has been accompanied by increases in employment rates for the
women affected.</p><p> </p>
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