Over 100 Labour MPs Join Rebellion Against UK Welfare Reform Bill

Over 100 Labour MPs, including representatives from Wrexham, Scarborough and Whitby, Warrington, Calderdale, and Scotland, have united in rebellion against the UK Government's proposed welfare reform bill, particularly opposing changes to Personal Independence Payments (PIP) and Universal Credit (UC). These MPs argue the reforms risk pushing disabled people and low-income households into deeper poverty, citing concerns about inadequate consultation, insufficient impact assessments, and eligibility criteria that fail to reflect the real needs of claimants. The Government maintains the reforms are necessary to address the rise in PIP claims and reduce welfare spending, projecting potential savings of up to £5 billion annually, but critics fear the changes will disproportionately harm vulnerable populations. Labour MPs like Alison Hume and Josh Fenton-Glynn emphasize the personal and societal costs of the reforms, while some Scottish Labour MPs warn of devastating impacts on disabled individuals. The bill faces a significant challenge in Parliament, as the rebellion could threaten the Government’s majority if supported by opposition parties. Despite calls to pause and reassess, the Prime Minister insists the welfare system is broken and reforms must proceed to support more people into work.