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Proceeding contribution from Stephen Timms (Labour) in the House of Commons on Thursday, 17 February 2011. It occurred during Debates on delegated legislation on Social Security.


Social Security

There is a persuasive case for making a change to CPI uprating for a period of time while we are tackling the deficit. However, I do not agree that that should be a permanent change. That aspect of the Government's proposal is very damaging.


Secondary information

Type
Proceeding contribution
Reference
523 c1185 
Session
2010-12
Chamber / Committee
House of Commons chamber
Subjects
Index linking Workplace pensions Social security benefits State retirement pensions Uprating Consumer prices index Average earnings
Legislation
Guaranteed Minimum Pensions Increase Order 2011
Social Security Benefits and Up-rating Order 2011
Link
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