Labour MPs have mobilized a rebellion against the government's proposed welfare cuts by introducing an amendment to halt its reform bill. The amendment, supported by significant backing from both senior MPs and committee chairs, demands further consultation and proper funding checks before any cuts are implemented. It raises concerns about the rising poverty levels due to the proposed reforms and highlights the absence of adequate assessments for health impacts. As many as 100 MPs are expected to endorse this amendment, posing a severe challenge for the government and opposition leader Keir Starmer.
The government hasn't listened to private concerns so now will have to address these very public ones.
The amendment calls for a pause and further consultation before any cuts are made.
The majority of the additional employment support funding will not be in place until the end of the decade.
The amendment aims to halt the bill, highlighting the need for proper assessment of its impact on vulnerable populations.
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