Debates between Graham Stuart and Louise Jones during the 2024 Parliament

Employer National Insurance Contributions

Debate between Graham Stuart and Louise Jones
Wednesday 4th December 2024

(3 weeks, 2 days ago)

Commons Chamber
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Louise Jones Portrait Louise Jones
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I could not agree more. I have heard from so many small business owners in North East Derbyshire who are so thankful for the changes that we are making to support them.

If we fail to make these decisions today, we risk the prospect of cuts to crucial services or an increased burden on future generations, which would fall on the most vulnerable in society.

Graham Stuart Portrait Graham Stuart
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The hon. Member talks about cuts to vital services. Does she agree that no one would think less of the Government if they were to take £3 billion or £4 billion out of the £22 billion for the NHS and ensure that social care, hospices, GP surgeries and the like do not lose out, to have a holistic and positive input into the health service rather than the disjointed one that we are at risk of right now?

Louise Jones Portrait Louise Jones
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I am sure that the health team will listen to all and any contributions, and will make a decision.

The Labour Government refuse to balance the books on the backs of the poor, workers or people striving for a better life.