The government had been refusing to allow MPs to vote on the cut announced this summer and opposed by other parties, and some Labour politicians.
MPs will be given a vote on the government's move to cut winter fuel payments for millions of pensioners. The government had been resisting holding a vote on the cut announced in July, which means only those claiming pension credits will get the payment that helps pensioners pay their winter heating bills. However, following pressure from other parties who oppose the cut, Commons leader Lucy Powell has announced it will be debated on 10 September followed by a vote.
Days after winning the election in July, Sir Keir suspended seven of his MPs from the party after they rebelled to back an amendment to scrap the two-child benefit limit. The Conservatives said Labour had been 'dragged' to the House of Commons by them to hold a vote on their 'cruel decision' to cut winter fuel payments.
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