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Tuesday 7th December 2021 Commons Chamber

[The Financial Secretary to the Treasury (Lucy Frazer)]

Yes.

[Sarah Green (Chesham and Amersham) (LD)]

T4. The Government have confirmed that eight people facing the loan charge have lost their lives to suicide. One of my constituents recently told me that they are a totally nervous wreck and have contemplated ending their life on numerous occasions. In the light of the heavy toll that the loan charge is taking on the lives of those facing it, will the Government commit to a fresh and independent review of the loan charge?

[Lucy Frazer]

The hon. Member will know that an independent review has already been carried out by Lord Morse, and the Government accepted all but one of its recommendations. HMRC does have a helpline, but it is important to continue to ensure that we look after those who are most vulnerable.