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Proceeding contribution from Mike Weir (Scottish National Party) in the House of Commons on Thursday, 1 May 2008. It occurred during Debate on Child Poverty in Scotland.


Child Poverty in Scotland

Surely the Minister realises that the money is part of the settlement, or concordat, with local authorities. Does she not trust local authorities, particularly Labour local authorities, to use the money for the correct purpose? Even the Scottish Affairs Committee recognises the need to end ring-fencing.


Secondary information

Type
Proceeding contribution
Reference
475 c483-4 
Session
2007-08
Chamber / Committee
House of Commons chamber
Subjects
Children Families Poverty Low pay Scotland Taxation
Link
View this Proceeding contribution on www.publications.parliament.uk