A political storm is brewing over welfare cuts - can Starmer ride it out?

Labour leader Keir Starmer faces backlash over controversial welfare reforms as more than 120 Labour backbenchers push to scrap the proposals. A potential backbench rebellion poses a risk of defeat for the government, prompting conversations on concessions to appease dissenters. Dissatisfaction with the Chancellor Rachel Reeves's £5bn welfare cuts and concerns over the timing and impact of the reforms fuel opposition within Labour, leading to a potential showdown in Parliament.