Labour MP resigns as government whip in protest at benefit cuts

Vicky Foxcroft says she cannot support changes to disability payments ahead of key vote on welfare bill

The Labour MP Vicky Foxcroft has resigned as a whip in protest at the government's welfare plans, saying she will not be able to vote for the cuts to disability payments.

The government is braced for a major rebellion on the welfare bill, which includes significant changes to personal independence payments for disabled people.