US EditionCalls for ‘regime change’ with top Starmer aide facing welfare backlash
- Sir Keir Starmer faces a crucial upcoming welfare vote that could trigger a no confidence motion if he loses in the House of Commons.
- The vote follows growing rebellion from over 120 Labour MPs opposing proposed cuts to disability benefits affecting 800,000 people.
- Starmer has insisted these reforms are necessary to repair a welfare system impaired by 14 years of Conservative rule, despite mounting internal pressure.
- If Starmer loses, he must either resign or request a dissolution of Parliament, potentially leading to a general election, though such outcomes are deemed unlikely.
- The vote outcome will significantly affect Starmer's leadership strength, with failure risking dependence on Tory support and calls for regime change within Labour.
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Keir Starmer told “sack Rachel Reeves” over welfare reforms
Keir Starmer is facing calls to sack Rachel Reeves over the welfare reform bill. Andrew Marr reports that Rachel Reeves is “hated” by Labour MPs who are furious with the government. Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves are facing rebellion from over 120 Labour MPs over planned changes to the welfare system. A bill scheduled for a vote would change the way disabled people claim Personal Independence Payments (PIP). The government says the changes would…
Keir Starmer risks 'humiliating' no confidence vote as Labour rebels plot 'regime change' over welfare cuts
Sir Keir Starmer will have to hold a "humiliating" no confidence vote if he loses next week's crunch welfare vote, a former New Labour Work & Pensions Secretary has warned
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