Independent Living Fund
Debate between Marsha De Cordova and Anne Main(6 years, 10 months ago)
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Marsha De Cordova
It is not right to say that we are not being truthful because there have been severe cuts to support for disabled people. The introduction of the personal independence payment and the abolition of disability living allowance means that fewer people will receive additional support to help meet the extra costs of living with a disability. The time limiting of contributory employment and support allowance has also led to a reduction in the number of recipients who are eligible for support—
Mrs Anne Main (in the Chair)
Order. This is an intervention, not a speech. The Minister is replying to the debate.