Andrew Bridgen
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(12 years, 6 months ago)
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Danny Alexander
I do not believe that that is a correct use of the term “accrued rights”. Of course we will protect the accrued rights in full. The RPI to CPI switch will have the effect that I described in my statement. That is the subject of a legal dispute at the moment, but it was the right decision by the Government.
Andrew Bridgen (North West Leicestershire) (Con)
Has the Chief Secretary received any constructive representations from the Labour party regarding this important topic or has its involvement been limited to the irresponsible words of the shadow education spokesman, who is no longer in his place, condoning teachers’ strikes?
Danny Alexander
I am yet to receive a constructive suggestion from the Labour party, but I live in hope.