Proceeding contribution from Sheila Gilmore (Labour) in the House of Commons on Tuesday, 26 October 2010. It occurred during Debate on bill on Savings Accounts and Health in Pregnancy Grant Bill.

Savings Accounts and Health in Pregnancy Grant Bill

Would the Minister not agree that the logic of his position is that universal benefits should not exist? In that event, why are women and children being targeted for the loss of these universal benefits? Why not pensioners, who might not use their winter fuel allowance to pay their fuel bill? They might use it for something wholly inappropriate, such as buying a new pair of shoes or a piece of clothing. Why are women and children being targeted in this way?

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Type: Proceeding contribution
Reference: 517 c210
Session: 2010-12
Chamber / Committee: House of Commons chamber
Subjects: Children Children in care Child trust fund Grants Personal savings Low incomes Poverty Pregnancy Saving gateway
Legislation: Savings Accounts and Health in Pregnancy Grant Bill 2010-12
Link: View this Proceeding contribution on www.publications.parliament.uk

Savings Accounts and Health in Pregnancy Grant Bill

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