The UK government's planned benefit cuts have sparked controversy. A potential U-turn on freezing personal independence payments (PIPs) is discussed, highlighting concerns from Labour MPs and cabinet ministers. The conflicting messages from Downing Street regarding the cuts' purpose, whether moral or economic, fuels further debate.
Government plans to cut £5-6 billion from welfare
Initial proposal to freeze PIPs faced major backlash
U-turn on PIP freeze, but eligibility criteria changes remain controversial
Cabinet ministers and Labour MPs express deep concern
Conflicting arguments of moral and economic necessity for cuts
Pippa Crerar and Kiran Stacey discuss whether the backlash to the government’s planned benefit cuts will result in a U-turn. And which other departments could face eye-watering cuts?. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod