Chancellor pledges to 'get a grip' on welfare

CHANCELLOR Rachel Reeves has doubled down on the need to reform the welfare system, insisting the Government must “get a grip” on it.

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But backbench Labour MPs are concerned proposals to reform welfare will harm vulnerable people claiming benefits.

While Ms Reeves would not be drawn into revealing what the plans will entail during a visit to Scotland, she was insistent reform is needed.

The Chancellor said: “We will set out our plans for welfare reform, but it is absolutely clear that the current system is not working for anyone.