Prime Minister's Questions - 18 December 2024
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Dec 18, 2024 Kemi Bader-Nall, a dedicated Member of Parliament, discusses key issues affecting communities, including emergency services and the need for support for families of sick children. She dives into the debate on pensioners' winter fuel payments and the impacts of budget cuts, emphasizing the importance of social justice. The conversation also covers the struggles of young carers and homelessness, alongside a heartfelt call for peace during the festive season, addressing global conflicts and the role of parliament in fostering human rights.
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Hugh's Law
- Kerry and Frances Minai-Davis lost their son Hugh to cancer at age six.
- They campaign for financial support for parents caring for sick children in hospitals.
Waspi Women Pensions
- The Prime Minister and his Cabinet are accused of playing politics with Waspi women's pensions.
- The Deputy Prime Minister previously said Conservatives were stealing their pensions.
Winter Fuel Payment Cuts and Pension Credit
- 850,000 eligible pensioners are not claiming pension credit, costing the Treasury £2.3 billion if they signed up.
- Age UK warns that cutting winter fuel payments may jeopardize the health and finances of millions of older people.
