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Starmer Defends Winter Fuel Cuts Amid Party Backlash

by Nakayenga Patricia Renee
May 7, 2025
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Starmer Stands Firm on Winter Fuel Cuts Despite Growing Labour Revolt

May 7, 2025 — Politics Desk —
Prime Minister Keir Starmer is facing mounting criticism from within his own party after reaffirming support for the controversial decision to cut winter fuel payments for millions of pensioners across the UK.

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During Prime Minister’s Questions, Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch challenged Starmer to reverse the policy, pointing to discontent from senior Labour figures and MPs. “Even your own party says this is wrong. Will you now change course?” she asked.

The winter fuel payment — previously a £200 to £300 lump sum available to all pensioners — was restricted last year to only those on pension credit or income-related benefits, a move intended to save the government £1.4 billion. As a result, nearly nine million retirees no longer qualify.

Starmer defended the policy, stating:

“Our top priority was restoring economic stability after inheriting a £22 billion fiscal gap. Thanks to these actions, we’ve stabilized the economy.”

He emphasized the government’s continued commitment to the triple lock on pensions, ensuring annual increases based on inflation, wage growth, or a minimum of 2.5%.

Still, internal backlash is escalating. Around 45 Labour MPs, mainly representing northern England and the Midlands, are pushing for a U-turn, citing last week’s poor local election results where Labour lost two-thirds of its defended council seats and suffered a shock defeat in the Runcorn and Helsby by-election.

Welsh First Minister Eluned Morgan and Labour’s Doncaster mayor are among those calling for a reversal. Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey echoed the sentiment, saying the cuts “clearly sent a message” from voters.

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Badenoch added:

“The real black hole is the one the PM is digging for the most vulnerable pensioners.”

Some Labour insiders argue reinstating the payment could help the party recover voter trust, while others warn it may be too late politically to reap any benefits.

Meanwhile, pressure is also mounting over proposed disability benefit reforms, particularly around Personal Independence Payment (PIP). A parliamentary vote on that issue is expected next month.

Although Labour’s commanding majority makes defeat unlikely, internal division over welfare cuts may further complicate the government’s political path heading into the next fiscal cycle.

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