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Welsh First Minister Defends Labour's Winter Fuel Cuts Amid Criticism

Eluned Morgan asserts that Keir Starmer's government is making tough financial decisions while promising to review Welsh funding needs.

  • Eluned Morgan faced opposition criticism over UK Labour's decision to limit winter fuel payments to the poorest pensioners.
  • Morgan emphasized that the UK Labour government inherited a difficult financial situation, necessitating tough decisions.
  • The First Minister urged critics to address their concerns about winter fuel cuts directly to Westminster.
  • Morgan confirmed ongoing discussions with Keir Starmer and Chancellor Rachel Reeves regarding the Barnett formula and Welsh funding.
  • The UK Labour government's budget, which will outline future funding plans, is expected to be presented on October 30.
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