Eleanor Langford

2 days ago | msn.com | Eleanor Langford

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2 days ago | inews.co.uk | Eleanor Langford

Hundreds of thousands of disabled people are expected to lose out on thousands of pounds each year under Government benefit reforms, according to a new report. An analysis published ahead of a Commons vote on the welfare reforms next week finds that 800,000 fewer working-age people will receive the personal independence payment (PIP) daily living award by 2029–30.

2 days ago | inews.co.uk | Eleanor Langford

Sir Keir Starmer is facing a major backbench rebellion over his proposed welfare reforms, which some predict could threaten his future as Prime Minister. More than 120 Labour MPs have backed an amendment that could derail Government plans to cut Personal Independence Payments (PIP) and alter elements of universal credit. Starmer has insisted the reforms are “progressive” and essential to repairing a system “broken” by 14 years of Conservative rule.

4 days ago | inews.co.uk | Eleanor Langford

The Government is facing a significant threat to its planned welfare reforms after more than 130 MPs, including over 100 Labour MPs, backed an amendment that could kill the legislation. Four so-called “wrecking amendments” have been tabled to the controversial welfare legislation, which aims to save the Government £5bn by restricting eligibility for personal independence payments (PIP) and the universal credit health top-up.