Tonight, a significant vote is set to take place in the Commons regarding the two-child benefit cap, with the SNP’s amendment calling for its removal being selected for consideration. This could mark the first potential rebellion for Prime Minister Keir Starmer as MPs from various parties have expressed their support to scrap the cap.
Additionally, an independent MP, Shockat Adam, shared his experiences of racism and pledged to speak up for the poor and dispossessed in his maiden Commons speech. He mentioned his focus on advocating for those facing injustices around the world, including victims of conflict in places like Yemen, Sudan, and Palestine.
In other news, Prime Minister Starmer met with King Abdullah II of Jordan to discuss the situation in Gaza and emphasized the need for a ceasefire and increased aid for the region. He also highlighted the strong security partnership between the UK and Jordan.
Moreover, the high court heard the case of four asylum seekers challenging the conditions at a former military base used to house vulnerable individuals. They argued that the Home Office has failed to provide a dignified living standard at the site, leading to issues of racial violence, lack of adequate screening procedures for vulnerable individuals, and more.
In a separate development, Conservative MP Ben Spencer criticized Starmer’s plan to impose VAT on private schools, arguing that it would put further pressure on the state education sector and potentially force children back into state schools. He highlighted concerns about class sizes and disruptions for students, especially following the challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic.
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