N Ireland and London 'will bear brunt' of benefits cuts

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People living in Northern Ireland will be some of the hardest hit in Britain by the coming benefit cuts and tax rises, according to the Institute for Fiscal Studies.The think-tank has warned that the reforms will hit those living in Northern Ireland harder than any other region of Britain, except London.Senior research economist,James Browne, said the regionhad relatively more disabilityliving allowance claimants and families with children, who would all see their benefits cut.