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Proceeding contribution from Lord McKenzie of Luton (Labour) in the House of Lords on Tuesday, 9 June 2009. It occurred during Committee proceeding and Debate on bill on Welfare Reform Bill.


Welfare Reform Bill

I do not have the costs in front of me; I do have them buried here somewhere in a note. I understand that the average cost is below the maximum that is provided under the tax credit rules. Obviously, there could be variations across the country but, with support from the Box, I believe that that is the provision. I have dealt with the point of the noble Lord, Lord Skelmersdale, about flexibility if there is to be a change—


Secondary information

Type
Proceeding contribution
Reference
711 c66GC 
Session
2008-09
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords Grand Committee
Subjects
Childcare Benefits rules Jobseeker's allowance Jobcentres Jobcentre Plus Older workers Lone parents New deal schemes Reform Pathways to work programme Social security benefits Social security Training New deal for lone parents
Legislation
Welfare Reform Bill 2008-09
Link
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