US EditionHow Did My Merseyside MP Vote on Controversial Welfare Cuts - Liverpool Echo
- Last Tuesday evening, Prime Minister Keir Starmer shelved planned PIP cuts 90 minutes before a vote to avert the largest rebellion of his premiership, with 49 Labour MPs voting against the legislation.
- Pressure from Labour MPs and prior reversals over winter heating benefits prompted criticism of Starmer’s original plan to tighten PIP eligibility, fueling discontent within the party.
- According to vote tallies, the welfare bill passed second reading 335–260 with a 75 majority, after Timms announced the Clause Five removal 90 minutes before the vote.
- Despite £4.8 billion in welfare savings vanishing due to concessions, Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces a funding gap, risking cuts, tax hikes, or increased borrowing to balance the budget.
- Beyond Labour's first anniversary, U-turns cast doubt on Starmer's leadership and fuel speculation over future tax rises to address funding gaps.
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Welfare U-turn raises questions over Labour’s tax plans
Sir Keir Starmer will face a grilling from MPs on Wednesday as he attempts to repair relations with his backbenchers.
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