Tuesday 16th October 2018

(6 years ago)

Commons Chamber
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Lord Sharma Portrait Alok Sharma
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My ministerial colleagues and I have regular discussions with key stakeholders, particularly those representing the most vulnerable. We will continue to do that, and we will work with them to ensure that the managed migration process delivers for the most vulnerable.

Ged Killen Portrait Ged Killen (Rutherglen and Hamilton West) (Lab/Co-op)
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It is reported in today’s Daily Record that South Lanarkshire Council has warned its employees that because they are on four-weekly pay and will get two payments in November, they stand to lose their universal credit over Christmas and will have to reapply. What will the Minister do to fix this shambles?

Lord Sharma Portrait Alok Sharma
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I am happy to have a discussion with the hon. Gentleman on the particular case he raises.