Recent Speeches and Appearances

On deductions from universal credit, the hon.

Dealing with fraud is, of course, a key mission for the Department.

As I set out, the amount being spent on housing and housing support is almost £30 billion a year.

In 2022-23, the Government provided £37 billion in cost of living support.

I thank my hon.

My hon. Friend makes an important point. She is perhaps referring to those who are not necessarily on benefits but are still struggling.

I am very sorry to hear the details of the hon.

On the discretionary housing payments, I believe the figure is about £1.5 billion over the last few years, but I will get—[Interruption.]

I am rather surprised that the hon. Lady raises unemployment, in particular.

The vouchers that are administered by the energy companies come under the remit of the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Str