The Economy Debate

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Department: HM Treasury
Wednesday 22nd May 2024

(1 month ago)

Commons Chamber
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Bim Afolami Portrait Bim Afolami
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My hon. Friend is a brilliant champion for Bracknell Forest, a part of the country that I know well, and I completely agree with his remarks.

Jack Brereton Portrait Jack Brereton (Stoke-on-Trent South) (Con)
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This positive economic news is extremely welcome, and I have also welcomed the action taken by the Government to reduce the amount of tax on working families. Given this positive economic outlook, will my hon. Friend speak to the Chancellor about increasing the personal tax allowance, particularly to help working families but also to take more pensioners out of paying tax?

Bim Afolami Portrait Bim Afolami
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As my hon. Friend knows, the Chancellor keeps all taxes under review. I will ensure that he has heard my hon. Friend’s comments and pleas.