London Mayor Fires Back at Starmer’s Welfare Plan
Sadiq Khan has hit the headlines again, calling out the new welfare changes a “deeply harmful” blow to thousands of disabled Londoners. He’s not alone— 119 Labour MPs have pulled a tidy amendment that could halt the vote next Tuesday.
Why Khan’s Warning Is So Strong
- “The impact will be substantial,” Khan says. “It’s going to knock the safety net out of operation for too many people.”
- He stresses that a shift from benefits to work isn’t a “get‑out” ticket. “We need a system that uplifts, not one that lets people fall through the cracks.”
- “Take away the safety net and you’re leaving a huge bunch of vulnerable folks dangling,” he adds.
All‑Hands Labour Rally
While Andy Burnham from Greater Manchester also warns the reforms could “trap people in poverty,” the Prime Minister is standing firm. Sir Keir Starmer insists the current setup is broken and refuses to back down.
Starmer’s Response
In a straight‑talking pitch to Sky News, Starmer tells the country:
“It’s not a confidence vote—it’s a welfare system overhaul. It’s not helping people get into work; it’s actually putting more obstacles in their way.”
“Most of our colleagues see the need for reform—so we’ll go forward. This isn’t a Labour option. The future is a system that gives people real chances.”
What’s at Stake?
With the vote looming, the whole country is watching. The reform could either streamline the welfare structure for the first time in decades or suck a terrible, hand‑cuffed future out of the pockets of London’s most vulnerable.
Stay tuned, folks—London’s welfare fate is about to hit the headlines.
