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Controversial welfare bill passes final Commons stage - but only after another concession

GREATER LONDON, ENGLAND, JUL 9 – The Bill includes benefit cuts and freezes for some claimants, passing by a majority of 94 despite opposition from 37 Labour backbenchers, with further scrutiny pending in the House of Lords.

  • A proposed benefit cut for future out-of-work claimants cleared the Commons with 336 votes to 242, showing support despite a backbench rebellion.
  • The basic Universal Credit standard allowance will rise with inflation until 2029/30, but the limited capability for work part will be frozen until 2030.
  • The Bill will undergo further scrutiny in the Lords, while proposed amendments to protect disabled claimants were defeated by significant votes.
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