PARLIAMENTARY WRITTEN QUESTION
Social Security Benefits: Disability (7 July 2021)

Question Asked

To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what assessment she has made of the adequacy of legacy benefit payments in meeting the costs of living for disabled people during the covid-19 outbreak.

Asked by:
Marsha De Cordova (Labour)

Answer

This Government is committed to supporting disabled people affected by the Covid-19 outbreak, including those who claim legacy benefits, and has delivered an unprecedented package of support; injecting billions into the welfare system.

We continue to monitor the impact on disabled people, while ensuring that they are able to access the support they need.


Answered by:
Justin Tomlinson (Conservative)
12 July 2021

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