The Green Party in Exeter have accused Exeter MP Steve Race of pushing for the welfare reforms that have seen at least 120 Labour MP’s rebel against cuts to disability benefits.
Green Councillor Carol Bennett said:
“Not only has Steve Race refused to join his colleagues in opposing this cruel legislation, he joined around 40 Labour MPs in signing a letter in support [1].
“People in Exeter with disabilities have the right to live with dignity and respect. PIP payments are essential for many to live independently and to participate in work, education and society. Removing it will deepen hardship and cost more in the long run.
“These cuts are a short-sighted attempt to balance the books on the backs of people with disabilities. They come just as the government announces billions more for boosting the UKs nuclear arsenal. Labour is now the party of warfare not welfare.
“Greens have long called for fairer taxes on the super-rich that could raise billions and prevent cuts to the support for the most vulnerable. Wealth taxes could also help fund our crumbling health service and broken care system.”