‘Start of the end!’ Keir Starmer’s allies sound ‘General Election alarm’ as Labour MPs mount mega-rebellion

Prime Minister Keir Starmer is facing serious trouble within his own party. A large group of 127 Labour MPs, most of them backbenchers who don’t hold senior roles, are preparing to go against him.

They’re upset about his plans to reduce the amount of money the government spends on benefits, which they believe could hurt vulnerable people across the country.

This group of MPs is angry enough that they’re willing to publicly rebel, even if it causes political chaos. The situation has become tense, and people close to Starmer are deeply concerned.

Members of the Prime Minister’s inner circle have been trying to calm things down behind the scenes. They’ve reportedly warned the rebels that if they go ahead with their protest, the consequences could be huge.

Some MPs say they were told the rebellion could force a general election, which would risk Labour losing power entirely. Others were warned that it could trigger a leadership contest within the party, possibly forcing Starmer to step down.

According to one MP, they were told this rebellion could mark the beginning of the end for Starmer’s leadership.

Still, many of the rebellious MPs are refusing to be intimidated by these warnings. Some are not only unfazed but even hopeful that a challenge to Starmer’s leadership could lead to change within the party. One MP told the *Financial Times* that they would welcome a leadership contest and felt that perhaps the time had come for someone new to lead Labour.

Despite all the speculation and warnings, Keir Starmer has publicly downplayed the situation. He has said that the upcoming vote on the welfare bill, which is what triggered all this unrest, should not be seen as a vote of confidence in his leadership. In other words, even if some Labour MPs vote against the bill, he insists it doesn’t mean his job is on the line. But behind closed doors, it’s clear that the tension within the party is growing, and many are watching closely to see what happens next. This moment could determine whether Starmer keeps control of the party or if his leadership starts to unravel under the pressure.