Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Mark Sewards and Andrew Western

Monday 11th November 2024 Commons Chamber

[Andrew Western]

The hon. Gentleman will be aware that nationality and country of origin are not factors in assessing benefit eligibility. We may look at that in future, but I would be delighted to follow up with him in writing about how we will take it forward.

[Mr Mark Sewards (Leeds South West and Morley) (Lab)]

When I speak to my constituents, from Lofthouse to Farnley, they are extremely concerned about the amount of money being lost to fraud and error in benefits. Can the Minister confirm a timeline and a plan to get back the £35 billion that has been lost since the pandemic?