Spending Review Debate

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Department: HM Treasury

Spending Review

Alison McGovern Excerpts
Wednesday 26th June 2013

(11 years, 5 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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George Osborne Portrait Mr Osborne
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We set out the school commitment in the direct school grant and the pupil premium. We have invested in the education of young people as well as the education of young adults.

Alison McGovern Portrait Alison McGovern (Wirral South) (Lab)
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Does the Chancellor believe that since he came to office the average British family is better off after inflation—yes or no?

George Osborne Portrait Mr Osborne
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I think that they have better economic prospects than they did under the previous Government.