During Prime Minister's Questions, Kemi Badenoch condemned Sir Keir Starmer for reversing his stance on the winter fuel allowance, labeling him "desperate" and suggesting serious trust issues with his party and constituents. Starmer admitted to the adjustment, aiming to expand eligibility for pensioners receiving winter fuel benefits amid rising cost-of-living pressures. He assured Parliament that any changes would be financially responsible, acknowledging the hardships faced by pensioners as the economy improves. Badenoch further mocked the Prime Minister's credibility among his MPs regarding the previous vote that cut winter fuel support, emphasizing the internal discord in Labour.
Kemi Badenoch criticized Starmer during PMQs, emphasizing the lack of trust from the public and even his own MPs regarding his U-turn on winter fuel allowance.
Starmer acknowledged the pressure on pensioners due to the cost-of-living crisis and expressed intent to make winter fuel payments more accessible.
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