Diane Abbott accuses Starmer of 'breaking promise' to Waspi women

Former Labour shadow chancellor and mother of the house Diane Abbott has questioned whether Sir Keir understands the disappointment of the Waspi women.

“We did promise them that we’d give them justice,” Ms Abbott said. “I understand the issue about the cost, but does the prime minister really understand how let down Waspi women feel today?”

Sir Keir said: “Of course I do. I set out the history, Mr Speaker, but the research is clear that 90 per cent of those impacted did know about the change.

He repeated that the taxpayer can’t afford the burden, adding that he “did understand the concerns”.

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[carolynholford]

It's probably the only time i will ever agree with Diane Abbot!

[robinburn]

For the first time in my life, well done Diane Abbott

[Raykovak]

Dont like Abbott but well done her calling out traitor Starmer.

[RichardMcmahon-gopj]

The money is going abroad and on migrant hotels. Stop the madness and start looking after the British people first, before its to late!!!! 😠🇬🇧

[pt]

Wow this is the first time I respected Diane

[scottsmith]

Diane said that 104% per cent of these women deserve their money.

[andrewtrevett]

Comes to something when Abbott has to call Starmer out for the nasty liar that he is.

[ziepjzd]

At least she had the courage to say so .when will a few more labour M.P.S. follow suit .It is a one off payment, money is found for others who have not paid a penny into the system .

[stevedaniels]

I think he's broke all his promises, it's time to make Manifestos legally binding.

[MrDallman]

Never thought I’d say it…..but well done Miss Abbott.

[IanObzi]

I can’t stand Dianne Abbott but I really felt for her over this, you can hear it in her voice how important this was to her personally. Labour stabbed them in the back.

[reon]

You know it’s just concerning when you have even diane abbott disagreeing

[johncolley]

First time I’ve heard Diane say anything I agreed with.

[Elizabeth-udo]

Hallelujah I’m not a labour supporter but Thankyou Diane Abbot

[stuartlloyd]

Never thought I’d agree with abbot but she’s right on this one

[suziemorgan-stewart]

A new Diane Abbott has emerged. Kudos to her on this topic.

[johnbellamy]

never been a fan of Diane Abbott but i am today . well done .

[MajinBradPrime]

Never thought I’d see the day I agreed with this woman but fair play to her

[Dannyboy]

Goodness me, how bad must things be if even Abbott has a go at her own Prime minister?

[nitram]

Let down, he doesn’t care. Of course his pension is ring fenced so no worries for him in retirement!!! Hypocrite 🤡🤡🤡🤡