Starmer’s disability benefit U-turn not enough, says rebel Labour whip
Dozens of Labour MPs facing down Starmer despite dramatic welfare U-turn
- Around 50 Labour MPs are still expected to rebel against the government's welfare reforms despite Sir Keir Starmer's £3bn U-turn.
- Former government whip Vicky Foxcroft, who resigned over the plans, stated that while the U-turn was positive, further concessions were still needed.
- Labour MPs like Clive Efford and Rachael Maskell continue to express concerns about the unknown poverty impact of the remaining £3.5 billion in savings and unanswered questions regarding the bill.
- The government is preparing further concessions, including a review into Personal Independence Payments (PIP) and legislation offering a “right to try” work for benefit claimants.
- Domestic violence charities, including Refuge and the Women’s Budget Group, warn that the welfare cuts could trap thousands of disabled women with abusers, as PIP is often their only income.