Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Theresa Villiers and Jo Stevens

Wednesday 24th June 2015 Commons Chamber

[Mrs Villiers]

I thank the hon. Gentleman for those comments. It is crucial for the Northern Ireland Executive to find a way to live within their means. They are not being asked to do anything that Governments across the developed world have not had to grapple with over the last five years. Their block grant has gone up a little in cash terms and come down only by about 1% per year in real terms. It is deliverable; it is possible to do this. The Stormont House agreement delivers a good deal for Northern Ireland, including on welfare.

[Jo Stevens (Cardiff Central) (Lab)]

2. What steps the Government are taking to tackle low pay in Northern Ireland.