Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Guy Opperman and Virendra Sharma

Monday 5th December 2022 Commons Chamber

[Mr Virendra Sharma (Ealing, Southall) (Lab)]

T5.   Unemployment in my constituency is still significantly higher than it was before the pandemic and it is twice the national average. Ministers keep saying that times are tough and that we need to make difficult decisions. Will the Minister commit to raising payments in line with inflation to prevent misery for thousands in Ealing, Southall? Will he work with his colleagues to help the economy, not hinder it?

[The Minister for Employment (Guy Opperman)]

I am slightly puzzled by the hon. Gentleman’s question. Clearly, we did raise a significant proportion of benefits in line with inflation at the autumn statement. He will also be aware of the taper that was reduced to 55%, and the work on increased work allowances, additional earnings thresholds and the in-work progression—I could go on. All of those things are designed to assist and progress people in work.

Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Guy Opperman and Virendra Sharma

Thursday 22nd February 2018 Commons Chamber

[Guy Opperman]

Potentially yes.

[Mr Virendra Sharma (Ealing, Southall) (Lab)]

Will the Minister explain what plans the Government will introduce to protect the 200 women and children who are turned away from refuges every single day?

UK-India Trade

Debate between Guy Opperman and Virendra Sharma

Wednesday 25th January 2012 Westminster Hall

[Mr Virendra Sharma]

rose—

[Guy Opperman]

rose—