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Proceeding contribution from Lord Austin of Dudley (Labour) in the House of Commons on Monday, 27 November 2006. It occurred during Queen's speech debate on Treasury and Work and Pensions.


Treasury and Work and Pensions

Of course it is important to work against the causes of poverty and to invest in skills and education. That is what this Government are trying to do, and that is what would be damaged by the Opposition’s plans to cut £17 billion, £21 billion or whatever it is from public spending.


Secondary information

Type
Proceeding contribution
Reference
453 c890 
Session
2006-07
Chamber / Committee
House of Commons chamber
Subjects
Children Climate change Economic situation Poverty Pensions Public sector Public expenditure Statistics Welfare tax credits Taxation Skilled workers Unemployment Productivity World economy
Link
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