The recent changes laid out in the 2025/26 budget have sparked widespread concern, particularly affecting pensions for individuals registered under vital schemes such as SRM and NEF. These programs are pillars of financial security for many, ensuring a stable future for those who have contributed to society throughout their lives. By altering these pension benefits, the government risks undermining the trust and livelihood of countless citizens.

Additionally, the new budget has introduced restrictions on the independence fees for young adults aged 18 and above, cutting this essential support to Rs 20,000. This financial aid is crucial for young adults who are entering the workforce or pursuing further education, allowing them the means to establish a firm foundation for their future endeavors.

Furthermore, maternity allowances, a critical support for families welcoming new life, have seen changes that could potentially reduce the support available to new and expecting mothers. These allowances are essential in ensuring that children are born into environments where they can thrive.

Pensions and associated allowances are not merely numbers on a balance sheet but are crucial investments in the well-being and sustainability of our society. It is vital that the government's budget priorities reflect their importance and that these changes be reconsidered. We urge the current leading government, the Labour Party, to restore these essential pensions and allowances to their full capacity before the 2025/26 budget cuts.

Sign this petition to support the reinstatement of these crucial benefits and ensure a dignified and secure future for all concerned.