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Debate between Andrew Western and Oliver Ryan
Monday 7th October 2024

(2 months, 2 weeks ago)

Commons Chamber
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Oliver Ryan Portrait Oliver Ryan (Burnley) (Lab/Co-op)
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My constituents want a fair and robust welfare system, but they have no truck with fraud. Can the Secretary of State assure my constituents that she is doing everything she can to crack down on fraud, and to make sure that those who genuinely need help get it?

Andrew Western Portrait Andrew Western
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My hon. Friend is correct to raise this issue. As I said, we will not tolerate the current levels of fraud in our welfare system. He will be pleased to note the Prime Minister’s recent announcement of the forthcoming fraud, error and debt Bill, which will begin the necessary work to drive down fraud in the Department.