Autumn Statement

Peter Bone Excerpts

Tuesday 29th November 2011 Commons Chamber

[Mr Osborne]

I set out the borrowing figures to Parliament and what the hon. Gentleman should admit is that the plan he is pursuing would add to the borrowing. We cannot borrow our way out of a debt crisis, and as long as the Labour party goes on advocating that approach, I suspect that its credibility will fall and fall.

[Mr Peter Bone (Wellingborough) (Con)]

I am slightly concerned about whether the health of the shadow Chancellor is in order, as he has spent the past hour muttering to himself. However, may I ask the Chancellor whether he thinks that new Government policy should be announced to Parliament first?

[Mr Osborne]

I am always keen that Parliament is kept fully informed.