Council Tax: Low-income Taxpayers

Baroness Farrington of Ribbleton Excerpts

Monday 9th February 2015 Lords Chamber

[Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon]

I am sorry, but I do not recognise the noble Baroness’s description. I have already alluded to the fact that the Government will review this policy after three years. At that time, this element will be considered for possible inclusion in universal credit.

[Baroness Farrington of Ribbleton (Lab)]

My Lords, would the Minister just say yes or no: have the Government transferred responsibility at the same time as reducing the budget? Local government is tired of having freedom to dispense even less money than this measly Government allowed before.

[Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon]

This Government’s priority is efficient local spending. That is exactly what we have sought to do with our transfer.