PM vows to press on with welfare cuts as rebellion grows
Briefly

Sir Keir Starmer has pledged to continue with the government's proposed welfare reforms amid significant dissent from Labour backbench MPs, with over 120 MPs supporting a move to block cuts to disability and sickness-related benefits. The Prime Minister asserts that the current welfare system is "unsustainable" and reform is crucial for the future. He highlighted the rising number of beneficiaries as debilitating for taxpayers. Despite the potential rebellion that might endanger his majority, Starmer remains steadfast in his mission to mend the broken aspects of the system.
Sir Keir Starmer emphasized his commitment to welfare reform, stating that the current system is "unsustainable" and must change to alleviate economic pressures.
Starmer argued that the current welfare system "traps people" on benefits, and reforms are essential to ensure sustainability and reduce taxpayer burden.
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