WIRRAL West MP Margaret Greenwood is asking constituents for views on the future of social security as part of a Labour-led review.

Ms Greenwood, shadow secretary of state for work and pensions, said the roll-out of the government's controversial flagship Universal Credit welfare reform project has been 'fraught with problems and faced repeated criticism from welfare charities and MPs'.

She said the party has vowed to "completely overhaul the benefit system and rebuild it so that people are supported rather than punished".

She added there has been intense criticism too of the government's handling of assessment processes and support for disabled people.

The party has pledged to stop the roll-out of Universal Credit and deliver a system that supports people when they need it.

Ms Greenwood said: "Our social security system, once set up to support people, has lost its way.

"Instead of providing stability, the current government is tearing away the safety net that should be there for any of us when we need it.

"I believe that this must change and I want to hear the views of local residents.

"I am keen to hear about the changes that people would like to see in our social security system and how we can tackle the challenges our country faces and build a more equal Britain.

"It's really important that we have a social security system that people can rely on when they need it, so whether you currently use it or have never needed to, please do take part in the consultation.

"It's our social security system and everyone can have a say in what it should look like."

Labour's consultation runs until Sunday June 30.

To have your say, visit https://www.policyforum.labour.org.uk/commissions/work/rebuilding-a-just-social-security-system

People can respond to the consultation online or by post.

You can request an accessible version of the consultation documents from policydevelopment@policydevelopment@labour.org.uk or by writing to Labour Central, Kings Manor, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 6PA.