Welfare concessions to be set out before key vote

Government to reveal welfare concessions before crucial vote to appease Labour rebels. Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall aims for a "fairer, more compassionate" benefits system amid pushback from Labour MPs. Concessions include limiting cuts to welfare reforms, like personal independence payment, to new claimants only. Despite efforts to address concerns, some Labour members still express reservations ahead of the vote. Conservatives criticize missed opportunities for welfare reform, while Liberal Democrats oppose measures affecting unpaid carers and disabled individuals. The government hopes the reforms will boost employment among benefits recipients amidst rising welfare costs.