Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Johnny Mercer and Justin Madders

Thursday 29th February 2024 Commons Chamber

[Johnny Mercer]

That is a good question and I cannot emphasise this point enough. Obviously, this is my responsibility as the veterans Minister, but it is also the nation’s duty to look after these people. We need local authorities to understand what is available to look after these people. We have armed forces champions in local authorities now and I want to see that role taken seriously. There are multiple pathways specifically for veterans through health, housing, employment and a number of other topics, but clearly it is incumbent on all of us in public life to understand what is available for veterans so that when we find one in need, they get the world-class help they deserve.

[Justin Madders (Ellesmere Port and Neston) (Lab)]

13. What recent estimate he has made of the cost to the public purse of procurement fraud during the covid-19 pandemic.