Angela Rayner announced that the government will proceed with its controversial welfare reform legislation, despite facing a significant rebellion from over 120 Labour backbenchers. A source hinted that the legislation could still be withdrawn, revealing ongoing discussions. Concerns are rising regarding potential concessions that might ease tensions as ministers weigh the risks of a parliamentary vote. The urgency stems from assessments indicating that proposed changes could increase relative poverty, thus igniting unrest among party members. A leadership crisis looms if the reforms fail to gain support and pass.
Angela Rayner has declared that the government will go ahead with its controversial legislation, aimed at reforming the welfare system. However, a well-placed source indicated it could still be pulled: 'It's a live discussion.'
More than 120 Labour backbenchers have signed an amendment calling for the proposals to be scrapped, potentially leading to an embarrassing defeat for the government.
The subsequent bitterness in Labour's ranks would make it all but impossible for the leadership to handle their own parliamentary party, if the reforms stumble through.
The government's own assessment suggested their welfare changes could force 250,000 people, including 50,000 children, into relative poverty, igniting the rebellion.
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