Oral Answers to Questions Debate

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Oral Answers to Questions

Christine Jardine Excerpts
Wednesday 17th October 2018

(6 years, 2 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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David Mundell Portrait David Mundell
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Of course, the hon. Gentleman and others will have the opportunity to debate universal credit later today, but I am satisfied, in relation to my constituents in Scotland, that universal credit is the right approach that allows people to move into work, which is the best way out of poverty.

Christine Jardine Portrait Christine Jardine (Edinburgh West) (LD)
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Every week, I am approached by constituents who have been threatened with having their PIP either taken away completely or reduced, which results in stress and has serious mental health impacts. Does the Secretary of State agree that the interviews are simply not fit for purpose and should be scrapped?