Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Lord Sharma and Michael Tomlinson

Monday 15th October 2018 Commons Chamber

[Alok Sharma]

We have been absolutely clear that there are going to be protections in place for those currently on legacy benefits as we move across to universal credit. I do wish the Opposition would stop scaring people from moving on to universal credit.

[Michael Tomlinson (Mid Dorset and North Poole) (Con)]

T7. I welcome the announcement that the Department is providing work experience, and working with Barnardo’s to provide work experience, for care leavers. What further support is my hon. Friend offering to care leavers to ensure they fulfil their potential?