(13 years, 5 months ago)
Commons ChamberT2. With many councils claiming cuts in their Supporting People grants, what action will the Government take to monitor the provision of vital services, and what leadership will they give in providing services nationally?
I thank my hon. Friend for that question. Central Government have sent a clear message about the importance and vulnerability of the sector. To send that message and set an example, we have ring-fenced £28 million of funding for violence against women services. We hope and expect that councils will follow suit.
(13 years, 8 months ago)
Commons ChamberI have complete faith in the fact that the review will adopt a balanced viewpoint and understand all that it needs to look at.
14. What plans she has to allow local authorities to levy charges on pubs and clubs wishing to stay open late.