Downing Street faces significant criticism for winter fuel cuts, with polling indicating two-thirds of voters favor a reconsideration of the policy. Labour ministers are alarmed about potential electoral repercussions, while Eluned Morgan urges the government to reconsider. Ayesha Hazarika warns that public anger could further damage political reputation. Although Labour may consider adjustments, No 10 insists on maintaining the current policy, dismissing suggestions of changes despite growing public outcry and electoral implications ahead of local elections.
The public are rightly furious at the government's decision to rip vital support from millions of the most vulnerable yet ministers simply are not listening.
Ayesha Hazarika warned of the anger and political damage the policy had caused. If the government wanted to show it was listening, this would be a good start.
Eluned Morgan, the Welsh first minister, said that she was losing patience with UK Labour as she urged the government to think again.
Diane Abbott posted on X: Reviewing it is not enough for pensioners. The winter fuel allowance must be restored in full.
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