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Proceeding contribution from Lord Dodds of Duncairn (Democratic Unionist Party) in the House of Commons on Thursday, 10 December 2009. It occurred during Ministerial statement on Benefits Uprating.


Benefits Uprating

Earlier, during business questions, I asked about the level of winter fuel payments and was told to await this benefits uprating statement, but unfortunately there is nothing in it about that issue. I welcome the Government's introduction of winter fuel payments and the increase in the basic state pension that has been announced. However, is there not a need for regular reviews on increases in winter fuel payments? Also, what about the £60 Christmas bonus for pensioners this year?


Secondary information

Type
Proceeding contribution
Reference
502 c525 
Session
2009-10
Chamber / Committee
House of Commons chamber
Subjects
Incapacity benefit Social security benefits State retirement pensions Tax allowances Uprating Winter fuel payment Retail prices index
Link
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