Minister: We will reform the Welfare State to save it
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Minister: We will reform the Welfare State to save it
Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall says the government is “grasping the nettle of reform”, to ensure the “Welfare State lasts for generations to come”.
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It was only 10 days ago that embattled Welfare Secretary Liz Kendall, trying to convince MPs to back her reforms, said ministers were "firm in our convictions". Sky News
Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall says she “hopes” concessions to the welfare Bill will win over Labour rebels, despite some still refusing to back it. She called the changes a sign of “strength in listening” and insisted protections for existing claimants were standard practice, aimed at easing widespread concerns ahead of Tuesday’s vote. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Home Secretary Yvette Cooper and Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall visit the Bentley factory in Crewe, Cheshire, following the launch of the government's Immigration White Paper. Report by Gluszczykm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
The King took part in the Ceremony of the Keys in Edinburgh on Tuesday morning to celebrate the beginning of Royal Week in Scotland. The ceremony is the first of several engagements His Majesty is set to attend along with other members of the Royal Family. Report by Kennedyl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Ministers arrive for a cabinet meeting at Number 10. It comes ahead of a vote to reform the welfare system in the House of Commons Tuesday. Report by Kennedyl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Helen Whately has revealed the Conservatives will oppose the bill on welfare changes on Tuesday evening. The shadow work and pensions secretary said the legislation is "rushed" and "doesn't fix the problem of the welfare system".
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The government has launched a review into parental leave as the current system has been criticised. Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds said the Government will look at the whole system, including maternity leave and paternity leave, to see how it can be improved.
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Sir Trevor McDonald has paid tribute to his former colleague Sandy Gall following his death aged 97. The former News At Ten presenter said Sandy was "one of the most brilliant journalists I've ever known" and "gave ITN and News at Ten its credibility".
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Shadow minister for work and pensions Danny Kruger has criticised the government's proposed Welfare Reform Bill. Mr Kruger said the reforms "won't save much money" and "won't help people into work"...
Care minister Stephen Kinnock has welcomed concessions to the government’s welfare bill, calling it a “positive and constructive process” that balances reform with protecting claimants. He said..
The trade minister said there would be time for discussions with potential rebels before Tuesday’s welfare bill vote. Douglas Alexander said there was “high levels of agreement” on the principles..
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