All I can really say, is that we're going through some similar things here in the US. I won't even get into the health care issue, but cutting benefits for retired and/or disabled vets is the latest thing happening under the guise of "defense spending cuts". When we hear that phrase, we're supposed to think less weapons, fewer wars, etc. But what it really means is that my brother who served his country for 20+ years and was injured on several occasions, is getting a smaller amount to live on each month. And he has to pay a higher co-pay for his medications and health care procedures. It's shameful how our vets are treated.
As for the rest of us, even being considered for disability insurance, which is part of our Social Security system, is a nightmare. One needs to have the means by which one can hire an attorney to prove your case and very nearly everyone does not get approved the first time they apply. It's like a game to them. I was turned down and was such an emotional and physical mess, I never tried again.
