SIGNIFICANT changes to the UK benefits system were launched this week, but the reforms are causing concern in Bordon over the welfare of people struggling to manage their finances.

Universal Credit is the Government's attempt to simplify welfare and will merge several benefits into one monthly payout.

It is being piloted in Greater Manchester this week and will be rolled out nationally later this year.

However, this week Whitehill and Bordon Foodbank co-ordinator Rebecca Pethybridge said the changes could make it harder for local people to manage their spending.

A lot of people who rely on the Bordon Foodbank are on benefits and will be effected by the reforms.

For full story, see this week's Bordon Herald.