Labour majority cut to 60

London - A revolt by Lab our backbenchers over plans to reform disability benefits cut the British government's majority to 60…

London - A revolt by Lab our backbenchers over plans to reform disability benefits cut the British government's majority to 60 in the Commons last night. Ministers succee ded in overturning a Lords defeat on the Welfare Reform and Pensions Bill by 325 votes to 265.

The rebellion could lead to further problems in the Lords when peers consider the matter again next week.

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