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Debate between Gavin Newlands and Margot James

Thursday 31st January 2019 Commons Chamber

[Margot James]

It was decided, after much deliberation, that half a million pounds was a sum of money that would be a disincentive to the majority of individuals. I accept that there may be exceptions to that, but they are relatively few and far between.

[Gavin Newlands (Paisley and Renfrewshire North) (SNP)]

2. If he will make it his policy to maintain free TV licences for people over the age of 75 after the end of the current scheme in 2020.