Chancellor Rachel Reeves has received backing from the Prime Minister after questions about her job security arose during Prime Minister's Questions. Kemi Badenoch criticized the PM's recent welfare reform U-turn, arguing it jeopardizes Reeves's Budget plans and may necessitate tax increases. Despite pressure, the Prime Minister's spokesperson affirmed Reeves's support, asserting her position is secure. Sir Keir Starmer’s late changes to welfare reform legislation complicate financial planning, impacting potential savings Reeves relied on to fund daily expenditures through tax income. The overall atmosphere suggested tension within the government.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is facing pressure as her position has not been guaranteed by the Prime Minister, highlighting uncertainty about future tax policies and Budget plans.
Kemi Badenoch criticized the Prime Minister's recent U-turn on welfare reform, suggesting it has consequences for tax measures that would impact the Chancellor's Budget.
The Prime Minister's spokesperson assured that Chancellor Reeves has full backing, despite Sir Keir Starmer's reluctance to confirm her position during PMQs.
Sir Keir was compelled to scrap key elements of the government’s welfare reform to avoid backlash, risking Reeves's anticipated savings for public spending funding.
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