Labour MPs have been expressing unease about the proposed cuts to welfare, ahead of announcements next week.

Rachel Reeves has doubled down on the need to reform the welfare system, insisting the Government must “get a grip” on it amid concerns from Labour MPs about the impact of expected cuts to the budget.

Rachel Reeves has insisted on the need to "get a grip" on the welfare bill, saying the system is not working for the taxpayer or recipients. The chancellor's comments come amid concerns from Labour MPs about the impact of expected cuts to the welfare budget,