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Debate between Mark Harper and John Pugh(9 years, 4 months ago)
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The Minister for Disabled People (Mr Mark Harper)
To be fair to Maximus, it took over the contract only eight days ago. I remind the hon. Lady that the company that it took it over from, which had well-published problems, was appointed by a Government of the party of whom she is a member. We have been sorting out that problem. Maximus has been in place for eight days and will improve the position, but the hon. Lady needs to give it a fair crack of the whip. It will not sort out all the problems in a week.
John Pugh (Southport) (LD)
T6. Will the Minister tell the House how the outlook for women and their pensions has improved since 2010?
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Debate between Mark Harper and John Pugh(9 years, 7 months ago)
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Mr Harper
This is about making sure that when someone goes for a work capability assessment and is found to be fit for work, the most important thing is that they then engage with the jobs market and get back into the workplace. It is not just about the benefits; it is about making sure that people are getting the benefit of getting into work. For most people with a mental health problem, it is very clear that working will not just be the right thing but will be better for their condition.
John Pugh (Southport) (LD)
3. What his policy is on the freezing of pensions of British nationals living abroad; and if he will make a statement.