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Natascha Engel

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Same-sex Marriage in Churches
Monday 10th December 2012

(11 years, 5 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Esther McVey Portrait Esther McVey
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My hon. Friend has understood correctly and explained it perfectly.

Natascha Engel Portrait Natascha Engel (North East Derbyshire) (Lab)
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What will be the total estimated cost of moving people into smaller homes as a result of the bedroom tax, and how does that compare with the total estimated saving to be made?

Esther McVey Portrait Esther McVey
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There are major savings to be made and continual assessments will be done, but, as I said, in the round we have to find accommodation for other people and people have to understand the cost of the accommodation that fits their need.

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