The vote to cut the winter fuel allowance passed easily, with many MPs abstaining in protest, highlighting significant concerns about the impact on vulnerable pensioners.
Despite the government's confidence in managing the vote outcome, many MPs felt conflicted as concerns grew over the cut leaving 2 million poor pensioners struggling.
Government sources claimed most of the absent Labour MPs had legitimate reasons, yet many who abstained remained deeply opposed to the cuts, revealing discontent.
While the government views the vote as manageable, they acknowledge that the cut will significantly impact pensioners facing rising energy costs, intensifying concerns about their welfare.
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