UK Labour leader Keir Starmer faces criticism for not compensating WASPI women affected by pension age changes.

UK Labour leader Keir Starmer faces criticism for not providing compensation to WASPI women, who were affected by changes to the state pension age. Diane Abbott challenged Starmer, who cited the high cost of over £10.5 billion and claimed 90% of affected women knew about the change. The government argues compensation would not be fair to taxpayers, despite an Ombudsman's recommendation for payments up to £2,950 each. Labour MPs and opposition parties urge a Commons vote on the issue.

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