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“Sack Rachel Reeves” demand Labour MPs over welfare reforms

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The Emotional Toll of Proposed Welfare Cuts

This chapter delves into the effects of proposed welfare reforms on affluent areas like mid-Bedfordshire, where working claimants are worried about potential cuts. It highlights constituents' emotional reactions and the Labour Party's associated reputational risks, while drawing parallels to past government decisions and their long-term impact on low-income households.

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