Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Rachel Hopkins and Jim McMahon

Monday 2nd September 2024 Commons Chamber

[Jim McMahon]

We will absolutely ensure that the true cost of public service delivery is accounted for in different parts of the country and in different local authorities—that will be part of it. However, I say gently that although the Conservatives were the architects of austerity, the Liberal Democrats were definitely there sharpening the pencil.

[Rachel Hopkins (Luton South and South Bedfordshire) (Lab)]

The Government have my full support in making housing more affordable for my constituents and those across the UK, and creating more social rented housing will be important in that. Will the Minister update the House on the Government’s plans to protect existing council stock by reviewing the increased right to buy discounts introduced in 2012?