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Proceeding contribution from Lord McKenzie of Luton (Labour) in the House of Lords on Monday, 15 June 2009. It occurred during Debate on bill and Committee proceeding on Welfare Reform Bill.

Welfare Reform Bill

As ever, we reflect on our debates, but I reiterate that the specific exemptions in respect of lower and middle-rate DLA do not preclude other circumstances, particularly fluctuating circumstances, being taken into account. These issues are addressed when the action plan is reviewed and work-focused interviews are undertaken. I would also say specifically that, as we have debated extensively, if appropriate childcare is not available at an affordable price, a person cannot be mandated to undertake work-related activity which does not reflect that circumstance.

Secondary information

Type
Proceeding contribution
Reference
711 c208GC 
Session
2008-09
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords Grand Committee
Subjects
Disability Children Disability living allowance Contracts Benefits rules Carers Age Advisory services Autism Fraud Employment Jobseeker's allowance Income support Jobcentres Expenditure Exemptions Interviews Ethnic groups Jobcentre Plus Learning disability Offenders Mental illness Pilot schemes Recruitment Staff Minority groups Postal services Lone parents Social security Social security benefits Vulnerable adults Training Research Rural areas Unemployment Unemployed people Voluntary work Literacy New deal schemes Labour market Polygamy Employment and support allowance Community orders
Legislation
Welfare Reform Bill 2008-09
Link
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