New Delhi, June 20 -- Labour MP Vicky Foxcroft has resigned as a government whip in protest against Sir Keir Starmer's proposed benefit reforms, which include cuts to support for disabled people. In a letter to the prime minister, Foxcroft made clear that she could not support changes that would reduce financial assistance for those in need.

"I therefore tender my resignation as I know I will not be able to do the job that is required of me and whip - or indeed vote - for reforms which include cuts to disabled people's finances," she wrote.

Foxcroft, who previously served as shadow minister for disabled people, becomes the first MP to quit the government in opposition to the controversial welfare package.

Her departure adds pressure on...