Keir Starmer admitted that the government did not manage the controversial welfare bill process effectively and took responsibility for it. He stated that Labour MPs were deeply committed to proper engagement, which was lacking. Starmer expressed continued support for Chancellor Rachel Reeves, who faced criticism and emotional distress during recent parliamentary sessions. He affirmed she would remain in her role going into the next election. Additionally, the Prime Minister denied that the financial shortfall due to the U-turn would lead to increased taxes.
Keir Starmer admitted No 10 didn't get the process right in handling the government's controversial welfare bill and said he shoulders the blame. Starmer emphasized that Labour MPs care deeply about the process and acknowledged failure in their engagement with the matter.
Starmer expressed support for Chancellor Rachel Reeves despite her facing criticism over political misjudgment. He affirmed that she would remain in her position for the next election and many years thereafter.
Reeves was visibly emotional during prime minister's questions as her position faced scrutiny. Starmer clarified that her tears were unrelated to politics, underscoring the personal nature of her distress.
The Prime Minister denied that the financial gap resulting from the U-turn would lead to tax increases, insisting that there would be no rise in income tax, national insurance, or VAT.
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