Keir Starmer is looking down the barrel of a huge rebellion with around 130 MPs having signed an amendment that would effectively kill off the plans.

MPs claim that they have been threatened with suspension from the party and even deselection ahead of crunch welfare vote next week

Dozens of MPs sign amendment to reject Universal Credit Bill amid fears it could push thousands of people into poverty

Enough Labour MPs have signalled their opposition to potentially defeat the government’s plans

120 rebels from PM’s own party threaten to rebel against welfare bill

Angela Rayner stepping in for Sir Keir Starmer at PMQs