Vicky Foxcroft, who resigned from her frontbench role in protest against cuts to disability benefits, has stated that the recent concessions by Labour leader Keir Starmer are not enough to secure her support. She emphasizes the need for genuine collaboration with disabled individuals and organizations in policy development. Despite some reassurances regarding existing benefits, many Labour MPs remain unconvinced, with significant numbers calling for further changes. The upcoming vote poses challenges for Starmer as he attempts to unify his party while addressing concerns from disabled advocates.
Starmer is facing a challenging 48 hours as No 10 battles to persuade Labour MPs to back the welfare bill now that the government has promised that current claimants of personal independence payment (Pip) will not be subject to proposed cuts.
Foxcroft said she had not made up her mind how to vote on Tuesday but would need assurances about further improvements.
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