Economic Update Debate

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Department: HM Treasury
Monday 17th October 2022

(2 years, 2 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Jeremy Hunt Portrait Jeremy Hunt
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I have said, as the hon. Lady will have heard, that I am not announcing decisions in any individual areas because of the gravity of the situation we face. On carers allowance, I will happily write to her anyway as I think these are all things we keep under review.

Jason McCartney Portrait Jason McCartney (Colne Valley) (Con)
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I very much welcome the fact that we now have an entrepreneur in 11 Downing Street. I also welcome the fact that over the weekend the Chancellor spoke once again about compassionate Conservatism, supporting those in our communities who are most in need while striving for sustainable growth. I know that my right hon. Friend is not making any spending commitments today, but does he agree with me in principle that one of the best ways we can support and create sustainable jobs in our communities is by continuing to invest in our levelling-up agenda across communities in our country?

Jeremy Hunt Portrait Jeremy Hunt
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I absolutely am very happy to confirm that I agree with that in principle.