Oral Question·Treasury
“What steps she is taking to help ensure sustainable public finances.”
Tabled: 23 October 2024Answered: 29 October 2024
Asked by
John Grady
Labour — Glasgow East
Answering Minister
the Chancellor of the Exchequer
Answer from Hansard
The Chancellor of the Exchequer (Rachel Reeves)
In July, a Treasury assessment of public spending showed that this Government inherited a £22 billion black hole in the public finances. I took immediate action— [ Interruption. ] Those on the Opposition Benches may not like it, but it is true. [ Interruption. ]