Woman with stage 4 cancer has welfare benefit stopped after falling ill abroad

Ana Paula Cabral, a 65-year-old woman battling stage 4 colon cancer, faces a dire situation as her universal credit payments were abruptly halted by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) after she fell ill during a trip to Portugal. This sudden cut in financial support puts her at risk of losing her home, highlighting the challenges faced by individuals with serious health issues who rely on welfare benefits. It's a stark reminder of the vulnerabilities in the welfare system, especially for those dealing with life-threatening illnesses.