US EditionBenefits cuts could force 150,000 more people into poverty despite U-turn, government data suggests
- On Tuesday, DWP analysis shows 150,000 people could be pushed into poverty by 2030 despite Starmer's partial U-turn ahead of the Commons vote.
- Initially, the Department for Work and Pensions aimed to save £5 billion annually by 2030, but 127 Labour MPs threatened to block the bill, leading to protections for existing claimants from November 2026.
- DWP analysis indicates 150,000 more people may fall into poverty by 2030, despite uncertainty and concessions, with Labour MP Nadia Whittome warning of ongoing risks.
- With the vote looming, 50–60 Labour MPs consider voting against Starmer's welfare plan amid criticism from Manchester Mayor Andy Bernham, London Mayor Sadiq Khan, and disability groups warning of a 'two-tier' system.
- Beyond Wales, up to 190,000 disabled people could be affected and £466 million removed annually, amid government accusations of using 'fabricated figures' to justify cuts.
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Britain's Labour Party's popularity has plummeted after a year in power. In particular, cuts to disability benefits have raised criticism of right-wing politics.
DWP “Thatcherite” welfare cuts condemned in scathing report by disabled people
A blistering 17,000-word consultation response from Disabled People Against Cuts (DPAC) Cymru has lambasted the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) over proposed reforms to disability benefits—branding them “half-baked, insulting, harmful, cynical, [and] Thatcherite” and accusing the UK government of a “sham” consultation process. The response raises issues of: DWP failings and disability discrimination. MP and ministerial misconduct. Govern…
REVEALED: Five times Keir Starmer has caved under pressure as PM makes ANOTHER U-turn ahead of rebellion
Sir Keir Starmer is facing a crushing rebellion over his welfare changes after ministers admitted it could drive 150,000 more people into poverty,In an attempt to prevent a revolt among MPs ahead of a key vote on Tuesday, Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall presented revised proposals, hoping to shore up support and protect the prime minister’s fragile grip on party unity
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