We've got the right balance, says PM after benefits U-turn9 hours ago Share Save Kate Whannel Political reporter Jack Fenwick Political correspondent Share SavePA MediaSir Keir Starmer has said his welfare reforms strike "the right balance" after making concessions to his own backbench MPs. "We've talked to colleagues who made healthy representations as a result of which we've got a package which I think will work," he said. Speaking to broadcasters, Sir Keir said: "We need to get it right that's why we've been talking to colleagues and having a constructive discussion. The size of that rebellion is not yet clear, although it is thought some 50 Labour MPs could still vote against the bill, and there would be several abstentions. Dame Meg Hillier, who had led attempts to block the plans, told the BBC ministers had introduced "reassuring measures", and that she would be backing the government.