Labour MPs launch major rebellion to stop welfare bill

Amendment intended to kill off legislation that would cut benefits could be backed by up to 100 Labour MPs including senior figuresLabour MPs have launched a significant rebellion against the government’s welfare cuts with an amendment designed to kill its reform bill, spearheaded by senior select committee chairs.The amendment – which sources said could be signed by up to 100 MPs – declines to pass the government’s welfare reforms and calls for a pause, including for further consultation and for support to be in place before any further cuts are made. Continue reading...

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