Proceeding contribution from Andrew Percy (Conservative) in the House of Commons on Wednesday, 1 February 2012. It occurred during Debate on bill on Welfare Reform Bill.
Welfare Reform Bill
We all want to achieve a service that is fit for purpose, but I am not sure that the charge is about delivering such a service. It will certainly not cover the cost of so doing. It seems to be more about effecting a cultural change, and I do not believe that charging the mother £20 will effect such a change. It would therefore end up being a tax on the mother who is trying to get money from an errant father. That is why I have a bit of a problem with the principle.
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- 539 c928
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- 2010-12
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- House of Commons chamber
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- Disability living allowance Jobseeker's allowance Income support Pension credit Universal credit Reform Social security benefits Social security Social Fund Welfare tax credits Employment and support allowance Personal independence payment Maternity payments
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- Welfare Reform Bill 2010-12
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