No 10 Backs Down on Welfare Bill Amid Labour Rebellion

The UK government has signaled a significant retreat on its proposed welfare reforms following mounting pressure from within the Labour Party. Over 120 Labour MPs were poised to rebel against the bill, which included controversial changes to disability benefit eligibility. In response, Downing Street is now considering softening these reforms to quell the internal dissent and avoid a major parliamentary defeat. The move reflects growing unease among MPs about the impact of the proposed cuts on vulnerable individuals, particularly those unable to perform basic self-care tasks

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