Sinn Fein targets 'political football' social welfare rates

The video discusses the establishment of a Social Welfare Commission to remove political influence from social welfare rate decisions. It highlights the need for evidence-based, adequate social welfare rates, as advocated by various groups representing marginalized communities. The Vincentian Partnership for Social Justice plays a key role in analyzing data to propose fair rates. The video critiques the current practice of arbitrary rate setting and emphasizes the importance of a commission similar to the Low Pay Commission to ensure a decent standard of living for those relying on social welfare.

What role do advocacy groups play in the context of social welfare as described in the text?

What are the expected outcomes of the Social Welfare Commission's proposals according to the text?