The UK government's planned welfare cuts face significant backlash from over 120 MPs, prompting ministers to consider major concessions. Specifically, Number 10 is weighing changes to the eligibility criteria for disability benefits under reforms targeted in the universal credit and personal independence payment bill. Despite previous assertions of commitment to these cuts, government divisions are evident as officials grapple with growing opposition. Discussions among ministers suggest differing strategies ranging from unsupported continuation of the current bill to potential concessions aimed at calming dissent within Parliament.
Number 10 is preparing to offer concessions to Labour MPs amid a major rebellion over the government's planned welfare cuts.
More than 120 MPs are poised to rebel against the government next Tuesday and there remains division at the top of government over how to stem the growing anger.
Concessions under consideration include changes to the points needed for eligibility for personal independence payments (Pip), a benefit paid to those both in and out of work.
Up until now, Downing Street appears to have been divided on the right way forward, with one source saying: There is a camp for pulling it, a camp for concession and a small but insane camp for ploughing on.
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