Monday, 19 July 2010
The Secretary of State was asked-
When he expects the first work clubs to be operational.
What assessment he has made of the likely effect on pensioners of his proposed changes to the welfare system.
What discussions he has had with the Industrial Injuries Advisory Council on industrial injuries linked to the mining industry.
What steps he is taking to reduce the level of youth unemployment.
What assessment his Department has made of the effect on levels of child poverty of ending the future jobs fund; and if he will make a statement.
What estimate he has made of the number of jobs in Kilmarnock and Loudoun constituency supported by the future jobs fund.
What steps he is taking to assist disabled people to work.
What public consultation will be held on proposed changes to the retirement age for state pensions; and if he will make a statement.
What steps Jobcentre Plus plans to take to assist education leavers into employment and training in 2010.
What recent representations he has received on his Department's proposed new Work programme.
What plans he has for the future of the carer's allowance scheme.
What recent representations he has received from Citizens Advice on the employment and support allowance work capability assessment; and if he will make a statement.
What recent discussions he has had with the Chancellor of the Exchequer on the development of early intervention policies.
What steps he is taking together with ministerial colleagues to tackle poverty.
If he will make a statement on his departmental responsibilities.
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Motion made, and Question proposed, That this House do now adjourn.- (Mr Vara.)
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