Starmer set to announce welfare climbdown in deal with Labour rebels

Published: 6/27/2025
Starmer set to announce welfare climbdown in deal with Labour rebels
The UK government is set to announce a welfare deal with Labour rebels regarding planned benefits changes, with existing Personal Independence Payment (Pip) and health element of Universal Credit recipients retaining current benefits while future claimants face cuts. This climbdown follows pressure from opposition MPs and backbenchers, with the proposed bill aiming to save £5bn annually by 2030. The concessions are seen as a significant shift from the government's original stance, with concerns raised about the impact on disability and sickness benefits. The Universal Credit and Personal Independence Payment Bill will undergo scrutiny in Parliament, with the recent U-turn being the third setback for the PM's leadership.