UK politics live: Starmer says ‘moral case’ behind cuts to disability benefits, not dire finances

Downing Street has denied claims that welfare reforms are driven by the country’s fiscal situation, with Work and Pension Secretary Liz Kendall planning to unveil changes to boost employment and reduce benefits costs. Despite facing criticism from Labour MPs, the government asserts that the overhaul is necessary both morally and economically to address issues like high levels of inactivity due to ill health and a lagging employment rate post-pandemic. The reforms aim to fix a broken system that is hindering both individuals and the country as a whole, according to the Prime Minister’s spokesperson.

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