Debates between Damian Hinds and Carolyn Harris during the 2017-2019 Parliament

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Debate between Damian Hinds and Carolyn Harris
Monday 18th December 2017

(6 years, 5 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Damian Hinds Portrait Damian Hinds
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Yes, indeed. My hon. Friend is quite right about the enthusiasm of jobcentre staff for universal credit, because it enables them to do more of what they want to do, which is to help people to get on and get into work. I can confirm to him that, yes, computers are available in jobcentres, and assistance is available when needed.

Carolyn Harris Portrait Carolyn Harris (Swansea East) (Lab)
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With the uncertainty of universal credit payments following the roll-out in Swansea last week, my local paper, the South Wales Evening Post, has co-ordinated the collection of food and warm clothes to help those in need. Will the Secretary of State join me in congratulating the South Wales Evening Post on doing what the Government are failing to do, and making sure everyone has a good Christmas?