Economy Update Debate

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Department: HM Treasury

Economy Update

Nigel Mills Excerpts
Wednesday 16th June 2021

(3 years, 6 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Steve Barclay Portrait Steve Barclay
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It is slightly odd to criticise me when I am literally in the Chamber answering the hon. Lady’s question. The point is that there has been a comprehensive package of support for those on the self-employment income support scheme, which has been further extended. Many of those who were of most concern to colleagues on both sides of the House in earlier debates have come into scope of those schemes as we have gone through extensions, and I understand that my colleague the Financial Secretary has met groups to hear representations on these issues.

Nigel Mills Portrait Nigel Mills (Amber Valley) (Con) [V]
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I welcome the measures announced today to help business tenants resolve any arrears disputes with their landlords. Does the Chief Secretary think that money could be found for a similar scheme for residential tenants who have gone into arrears with their landlords, to help to contribute to clearing those arrears so that tenants can have a fresh start once the pandemic is over?

Steve Barclay Portrait Steve Barclay
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Today’s announcement clearly pertains to commercial rents. Of course, colleagues continue to listen to Members from across the House on other issues as they arise. I am very happy to have further discussions with my hon. Friend.