The Independent emphasizes its commitment to covering key social and political issues, including reproductive rights and millennial concerns, while avoiding paywalls. Recently, Labour MPs are facing internal dissent concerning controversial welfare cuts, with over 120 MPs signing an amendment to pause the legislation. Introduced by Rachel Reeves, these measures aim to ensure proper support for non-workers while encouraging work among the able. Key changes to the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) are under scrutiny, raising significant opposition from charities and advocacy groups.
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Labour MPs are divided over the government's controversial plans to cut welfare spending, as a growing backbench rebellion threatens to halt the measures.
If passed, this would effectively stop it in its tracks for the time being.
The plans have received fierce backlash from charities and campaign groups since their introduction in March.
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