Written Question·Department for Work and Pensions·UIN 17569

Standard of Living

Tabled: 3 December 2024

Answered: 6 December 2024

Named Day

Question

Richard Burgon

To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what level her Department will raise the living standards of those struggling to meet their basic needs by 2030; and if she will bring forward legislative proposals to ensure a statutory commitment to a

Answer

Alison McGovern

We are committed to tackling poverty and raising living standards. We know that good work can significantly reduce the chances of people falling into poverty so this will be the foundation of our approach. Backed by £240 million investment, the Get Britai...

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