Clause 1 - Up-rating of state pension and certain other benefits following review in tax year 2021-22

Part of Social Security (Up-rating of Benefits) Bill – in the House of Commons at 5:52 pm on 15 November 2021.

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Photo of Guy Opperman Guy Opperman The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Work and Pensions 5:52, 15 November 2021

The hon. Gentleman criticises the Government for not coming up with a solution, when he is unable in any way to come up with a solution or figure himself, as are the Office for National Statistics, the Bank of England and all other reputable organisations. In fact, the House of Lords did not come up with a figure, so what, pray, if he would enlighten the House, is the precise figure that he would see pensions increase by?