India  

Dozens of Labour MPs back fresh calls to vote down Starmer's welfare bill

Sky News Tuesday, 1 July 2025 ()
Nearly 40 Labour MPs have signalled they are still prepared to vote against Sir Keir Starmer's welfare cuts, despite the prime minister offering significant concessions to avoid a damaging rebellion.
0
shares
ShareTweetSavePostSend
 
Video Credit: ODN - Published
News video: Starmer: Welfare must be fixed ‘the Labour way’

Starmer: Welfare must be fixed ‘the Labour way’ 01:35

Sir Keir Starmer says the welfare system must be reformed without removing the “safety net” for vulnerable people. Speaking at the Welsh Labour conference, he said change is a “moral imperative” but must be done “the Labour way” - supporting those in need while helping others back into...

You Might Like


💡 newsR Knowledge: Other News Mentions

Keir Starmer Keir Starmer Prime Minister of the United Kingdom since 2024

Starmer facing ban from Sikh events over failure to follow through with promised inquiry

Sir Keir Starmer is facing a nine-day deadline to avoid Labour MPs facing a ban from Sikh events and gurdwaras.
Sky News

PM leaves for London: India & UK set to sign free trade pact; Modi to meet Starmer, King Charles

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has embarked on a two-nation visit, starting with the United Kingdom from July 23-24, followed by a state visit to the Maldives from..
IndiaTimes

'Matter of concern not only to us': India flags Khalistan issue to UK; PM Modi to visit on July 23

Foreign secretary Vikram Misri addressed the media, highlighting India's concerns regarding Khalistani extremists in the UK, a matter raised with British..
IndiaTimes

'Both sides committed to elevate partnership': MEA on PM Modi’s UK visit; Maldives next in two-nation tour

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit the United Kingdom and the Maldives, commencing July 23. In the UK, he will meet with Prime Minister Keir Starmer..
IndiaTimes
PM accused of 'breaking charities' [Video]

PM accused of 'breaking charities'

Sir Keir Starmer was accused of ''balancing the books off the back of children's hospices'' when appearing before the Liaison Committee. The prime minister said his government inherited a broken economy and broken public services. Report by Gluszczykm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Credit: ODN    Duration: 01:17Published

Member of Parliament (United Kingdom) Member of Parliament (United Kingdom) Representative in the House of Commons

Starmer suspends four Labour MPs for breaches of party discipline

Sir Keir Starmer has suspended four MPs for repeated breaches of party discipline.
Sky News

Labour Party (UK) Labour Party (UK) Political party in the United Kingdom

£104bn of water industry investment will come from bill payers, Reed concedes

Steve Reed has conceded that the bulk of the £104bn of water industry investment which he boasts Labour has attracted since coming to office will come from bill..
Sky News

'People are not more important than the team': Minister backs Labour rebels' suspension

The suspension of four Labour rebels sends the "right signal" that if MPs stray too far outside they are "undermining the team" and that cannot be allowed, a..
Sky News
Starmer leaves Downing Street after suspending Labour MPs [Video]

Starmer leaves Downing Street after suspending Labour MPs

Sir Keir Starmer is reported to have suspended a number of rebellious MPs. Brian Leishman, Neil Duncan-Jordan and Chris Hinchcliff voted against the Government’s planned welfare reforms as part of a wider rebellion earlier this month, and all were first elected at last year’s election. Report by Gluszczykm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Credit: ODN    Duration: 00:25Published

Who are the suspended Labour MPs - and why did they lose the whip?

Sir Keir Starmer has suspended four Labour MPs today for "repeated breaches of party discipline".
Sky News

Related videos from verified sources

Keir Starmer Vs Badenoch UK Parliament| Reeves Cries During PMQs As Starmer Struggles To Defend Her [Video]

Keir Starmer Vs Badenoch UK Parliament| Reeves Cries During PMQs As Starmer Struggles To Defend Her

Watch live as UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces Parliament during Prime Minister’s Questions. Amid mounting pressure over Labour’s welfare U-turn, Starmer offers public support for Chancellor..

Credit: Oneindia     Duration: 36:02Published
Starmer: Welfare bill benefits the economy [Video]

Starmer: Welfare bill benefits the economy

Sir Keir Starmer says the welfare bill ends mandatory reassessment for those with severe disabilities, declaring it the "right thing to do". The prime minister was met with several jeers from the..

Credit: ODN     Duration: 00:42Published
MPs vote against Key Welfare Bill amendment [Video]

MPs vote against Key Welfare Bill amendment

MPs have voted against the Welfare Bill amendment, with 328 MPs voting no. Report by Kennedyl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Credit: ODN     Duration: 00:41Published