How Starmer changed his tone in attempt to win back MPs
Published: 6/26/2025

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer shifts tone to win back Labour MPs over proposed welfare reforms, aiming to address concerns about the impact on the welfare system. Talks will continue with Labour rebels ahead of a scheduled vote next week on legislation tightening eligibility for personal independence payments and changing elements of universal credit to save £5bn annually by 2030. The government faces challenges in getting these reforms through, with Labour MPs expressing unease about cuts to the welfare state.