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The Secretary of State’S Handling of Universal Credit | Commons debates

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The Secretary of State’S Handling of Universal Credit | Commons debates

Again, I thank the right hon. Gentleman for saying that. I want to reassure him.

The Secretary of State’S Handling of Universal Credit | Commons debates

Madam Deputy Speaker, thank you for clearing that up—that we are discussing the Question as is on the Order Paper.

The Secretary of State’S Handling of Universal Credit | Commons debates

I will not give way just yet, but I will in a moment. There used to be the 16-hour rule, which we all know about.

The Secretary of State’S Handling of Universal Credit | Commons debates

I will give way, but I think we just need a moment to reflect.

The Secretary of State’S Handling of Universal Credit | Commons debates

And this from the man who said there was no money left. But to be fair, he actually has some honour, because that was correct.

The Secretary of State’S Handling of Universal Credit | Commons debates

Hang on, everybody.

The Secretary of State’S Handling of Universal Credit | Commons debates

The answer is no, they will not be apologising.

The Secretary of State’S Handling of Universal Credit | Commons debates

So that is twice we have not had an apology from the Opposition. I now move back to tax credits.

The Secretary of State’S Handling of Universal Credit | Commons debates

My hon. Friend is quite right. She is referring to the real people who are going on this benefit who want an opportunity to have a chance.

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