Budget Resolutions and Economic Situation

Debate between Ed Miliband and Stephen Mosley

Wednesday 20th March 2013 Commons Chamber

[Edward Miliband]

I was just asking those in the Cabinet to put their hands up if they are not getting the 50p tax cut. They do not like it, do they? At last, the Cabinet are united with a simple message: “Thanks, George.” He is cutting taxes for them while raising them for everyone else.

The Chancellor announced some measures today that he said would boost growth, just like he does every year—and every year, they fail. I could mention the national loan guarantee scheme that he trumpeted last year—

[Stephen Mosley (City of Chester) (Con)]

Rubbish!

[Mr Deputy Speaker]

Order. Mr Mosley, I think your voice might be better saved for Chester FC this weekend. As they are top of the league, I think you would be better off cheering them on.