Economy Update Debate

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Department: HM Treasury

Economy Update

James Wild Excerpts
Thursday 26th May 2022

(1 year, 11 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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James Wild Portrait James Wild (North West Norfolk) (Con)
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With the big increases in energy prices and other bills, my right hon. Friend is correct to bring forward these further comprehensive proposals to help the most vulnerable people. This response is rooted in Conservative values, and is better targeted at those most in need than the proposals put forward by Labour. Will he bring that strong focus to delivering the investment, growth and supply-side reform that we need?

Rishi Sunak Portrait Rishi Sunak
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My hon. Friend is right that this intervention accords with our values by supporting those most in need at a time of acute distress, but he is also right to focus on the long term. The best way to help people over time and sustainably is to ensure that we have a growing economy with more jobs, higher wages and better skills. That is what we will deliver.