Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Andrew Western and Bradley Thomas

Monday 7th October 2024 Commons Chamber

[Andrew Western]

The Department takes domestic abuse extremely seriously. My hon. Friend will be keen to hear that the recently concluded consultation I referenced in my previous answer looked to address some of the issues with the direct pay service. Indeed, it consulted on the potential removal of that service moving forward. That service has been open to abuse and has led to victims of domestic abuse continuing to be terrorised. That is unacceptable, and we will look to address it moving forward.

[Bradley Thomas (Bromsgrove) (Con)]

4. If she will make an assessment of the potential impact of means-testing for winter fuel payment on people with medical conditions that are exacerbated by cold weather.