Sir Keir Starmer's welfare bill passed its second reading by a vote of 335 to 260, indicating division among Labour MPs, with 49 voting against. Disability minister Sir Stephen Timms announced a concession delaying changes to personal independence payments until a review is completed. Initially, the government intended to implement new eligibility criteria for PIP starting November 2026, but they agreed to a delay following backlash. Existing claimants were also spared from impending changes, illustrating the government's response to increasing controversy and rebellion surrounding the legislation.
Sir Keir Starmer's welfare bill passed its second reading by 335 ayes to 260 noes, a majority of 75, despite 49 Labour MPs opposing the welfare cuts.
Disability minister Sir Stephen Timms announced that plans to restrict eligibility for personal independence payments would be delayed until after a review concludes.
The government initially aimed to change PIP eligibility criteria for new claimants from November 2026, but now implementation will wait for the review's outcome.
A last-minute concession led to existing claimants being exempt from changes to the PIP system, signifying a chaotic shift in government strategy.
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