How Lincolnshire MPs voted on the government’s welfare bill

MPs have voted for changes to the welfare system, after a high profile row played out over the controversial changes.

The bill - which aimed to make big cuts to the benefits bill - was backed by 335 votes to 260, with a majority of 75 votes.

Ministers voted to support it after major adjustments were made to avoid a possible defeat. The original bill was expected to raise £5bn a year by 2030 and included tightening of the eligibility of the personal independence payment (PIP). These payments are used to improve the quality of life for disabled people.

After major concessions, it’s now expected to save £1.7bn as a result of cutting the health element of Universal Credit. Ministers have also voted to increase basic Universal Credit payments, at a cost of £1.8bn.

The changes have remained unpopular among many Labour MPs, with 45 choosing to vote against their own government. Many MPs and disability groups have raised concerns on how the changes could impact disabled people.

Below is a list of how MPs in Lincolnshire voted on the changes to the welfare system:

Victoria Atkins (Conservative) - Louth and Horncastle - Did not vote

Gareth Davies (Conservative) - Grantham and Bourne - Against

Hamish Falconer (Labour) - Lincoln - For

Sir John Hayes (Conservative) - South Holland and the Deepings - Against

Dr Caroline Johnson (Conservative) - Sleaford and North Hykeham - Against

Alicia Kearns (Conservative) - Stamford and Rutland - Against

Sir Edward Leigh (Conservative) - Gainsborough - Against

Richard Tice (Reform UK) - Boston and Skegness - Against

And just over the border:

Lee Barron - Corby and East Northamptonshire (Labour) - Against

Sam Carling - North West Cambridgeshire (Labour) - For

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