|GBNews|
Backbench Labour MPs in Northern regions are calling for a wealth tax. The move follows concerns that their Red Wall seats may be lost to Reform UK, coupled with a £20 billion rise in the benefits bill.
The benefits bill is projected to increase by £20 billion this year. Some MPs are critical of the government's failure to reduce welfare costs.
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“backbench Labour MPs in the Northern Heartlands reportedly pushing for wealth tax over fears that their Red Wall seats could fall to Reform UK, and with the bill set to rise £20 billion this year alone, why isn’t the government able to get a grip?”