In a heated parliamentary session, the PM was compelled to defend Reeves following a bungled welfare policy that sparked widespread unease over government decision-making and prompted calls for immediate corrective action.

A welfare bill secured parliamentary approval by a 75-vote majority, after the PM withdrew planned disability benefit cuts to avert a major Labour rebellion.

Labour’s last-minute attempts to secure support from rebellious MPs have unravelled, creating disarray and intensifying pressure ahead of a pivotal welfare vote.

A Labour whip who resigned over disability benefit cuts is urging the PM to consult disabled people and publish a formal review, insisting on clearer welfare reforms before any parliamentary vote.