Written questions

Disability: Cost of Living

Commons · Question 24925 · Tabled 20 Jan 2025 · Treasury · Official record

Answered 28 Jan 2025

Question

Asked by Marsha De Cordova

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, if she will make an assessment with the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions of the potential impact of increasing cost-of-living support for disabled people on the wider economy.

Answer

Answered by James Murray, 28 Jan 2025

The Government understands that increased costs of essentials such as energy and food are causing worries and hardship for many people, including disabled people. We are deeply committed to addressing these concerns. Certain benefits available to support ...