Rachel Reeves Criticises Nigel Farage Over £3bn Benefits Controversy
### Politics LIVE: Rachel Reeves Launches Verbal Assault on Nigel Farage Over £3bn Benefits Dispute: 'Pretty Angry!'
Labour MP Rachel Reeves has publicly criticized Reform UK leader Nigel Farage in a heated exchange regarding proposed benefits that could cost the country up to £3 billion. This altercation occurred earlier this week, highlighting the differences between Labour and Reform UK on welfare policies.
Reeves expressed frustration over what she called a misguided approach to support for families, suggesting that Farage's statements imply that poverty is acceptable for certain children based on their background. "I don't really care what colour a kid's skin is – some deserve to be in poverty and some don't? That makes me pretty angry," Ms. Reeves asserted during a Labour party event.
The controversy centers on a Labour Bill designed to extend benefits to a large segment of foreign-born individuals. A spokesperson for Reform UK stated, "We are a party that is pro-family and pro-children. This Labour Government is introducing a Bill that is going to benefit huge numbers of foreign-born people. Our policy prioritises British working parents."
This conflict illustrates the ongoing debate in British politics over prioritizing welfare for citizens versus foreign nationals, an issue that resonates deeply with the public.