Dozens of Labour MPs facing down Starmer despite dramatic welfare U-turn

• Around 50 Labour MPs are still expected to rebel against the government's welfare reforms despite Sir Keir Starmer's £3bn U-turn.
• Former government whip Vicky Foxcroft, who resigned over the plans, stated that while the U-turn was positive, further concessions were still needed.
• Labour MPs like Clive Efford and Rachael Maskell continue to express concerns about the unknown poverty impact of the remaining £3.5 billion in savings and unanswered questions regarding the bill.
• The government is preparing further concessions, including a review into Personal Independence Payments (PIP) and legislation offering a “right to try” work for benefit claimants.
• Domestic violence charities, including Refuge and the Women’s Budget Group, warn that the welfare cuts could trap thousands of disabled women with abusers, as PIP is often their only income.

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