The controversial bill looked to reduce the number of people on personal independent payments (PIP) and Universal Credit disability payments to get more people back into work and reduce the financial burden on the Government.
However, the bill was challenged by many back-bench MPs who were concerned about the impact it would have on people living with both mental and physical disabilities.
The disability charity Disability Rights UK said the cuts would “push an additional 400,000 people into poverty, including 50,000 children”.
Concerns the Government would not get sufficient support to push through the bill led to Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer making a number of last minute compromises.
The watered down bill was eventually pushed through Parliament with a majority of 179 votes. However, there were still a significant number of Labour MPs, including from Tyne & Wear, who voted against the Government’s plan.
Check out how your MP voted.
9. Mary Kelly Foy Durham City MP
Mary Kelly Foy Durham City MP voted against the Government's welfare reforms. | Tom Wilkinson/PA Wire
10. Mary Glindon MP for Newcastle upon Tyne East and Wallsend
Mary Glindon MP for Newcastle upon Tyne East and Wallsend voted against the Government's welfare reforms. Photo: Submitted
11. Emma Lewell, South Shields MP.
Emma Lewell, South Shields MP, voted against the Government's welfare reforms. | National World
12. Grahame Morris MP for Easington
Grahame Morris MP for Easington voted against the Government's welfare reforms. | Frank Reid