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» Monday, October 21, 2013
Cost of politics
Asked whether the PM thought MPs should receive an 11% pay rise, the PMS said that MPs? pay was a matter for the Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority. The PM?s view was that the cost of politics should come down. The government had cut ministerial pay by 5% and frozen any increases for a parliament as […]
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» Thursday, October 17, 2013
Energy prices
Asked if the PM thought people should switch from British Gas following its price rise, the PMS said the PM would encourage any customers unhappy with their energy provider to look for a better deal. Published: 18 October 2013 Organisation: Prime Minister’s Office, 10 Downing Street Minister: The Rt Hon David Cameron MP original source.
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» Tuesday, October 15, 2013
Food banks
Asked if the PM had a view on a call for a public enquiry into the huge rise in food banks, the PMS said that alongside the benefits system, food centres played an important role in supporting people on low incomes, and the government had lifted the previous ban on job centres referring people to […]
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Savile
Asked whether the PM agreed that the scale of Savile abuses should trigger further investigations into potential accomplices, the PMS said that it was a very important investigation that must be followed through. It was essential the authorities investigating had the resources in place for a thorough investigation. Published: 16 October 2013 Organisation: Prime Minister’s […]
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» Monday, October 14, 2013
Jimmy Savile enquiry
Asked if the Prime Minister had a comment on the widening of the Jimmy Savile enquiry, the PMS said the PM echoed the words of the Health Secretary. Published: 15 October 2013 Organisation: Prime Minister’s Office, 10 Downing Street Policy: Securing borders and reducing immigration Minister: The Rt Hon David Cameron MP original source.
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Fox hunting
Asked whether the PM supported repealing the fox hunting ban, the PMS said that the PM?s view had not changed and there was a Coalition agreement to hold a free vote on the issue. There were specific issues around pest control and the impact on farmers, which the PM had some sympathy with. Published: 15 […]
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» Thursday, October 10, 2013
Leveson
Asked about Leveson and the introduction of a royal charter, the PMS said there was no change to the planned timetable. Published: 11 October 2013 Organisation: Prime Minister’s Office, 10 Downing Street Minister: The Rt Hon David Cameron MP original source.
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Leveson
Asked whether the PM had recently spoken to the Leader of the Opposition about press regulation, the PMS said that he had not. Published: 11 October 2013 Organisation: Prime Minister’s Office, 10 Downing Street original source.
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» Wednesday, October 9, 2013
Marriage tax breaks
Asked whether the PM would correct the record on his statement in PMQs that all married couples on the basic rate of tax would benefit from marriage tax breaks, the PMS said there was no need. The PM had explained the position in the House. Published: 10 October 2013 Organisation: Prime Minister’s Office, 10 Downing […]
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» Tuesday, October 8, 2013
Ministerial reshuffle
When asked if the PM had been involved in the ministerial appointments of Norman Baker and Alistair Carmichael yesterday, the PMS explained that ministerial appointments were ultimately the responsibility of the respective party leaders, with consultation between the parties. Published: 9 October 2013 Organisation: Prime Minister’s Office, 10 Downing Street Minister: The Rt Hon David […]
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Afghanistan
Asked about President Karzai?s comments on the contribution made by UK forces in Afghanistan, the PMS said that UK forces had clearly made sacrifices in Afghanistan, but it had been in the national interest. There had been progress, but there was still more to be done. It was now increasingly important to put the emphasis […]
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» Monday, September 30, 2013
Help to Buy
Asked whether the Prime Minister was concerned that the Help to Buy scheme could cause a house price bubble, the PMS pointed to the Prime Minister?s words on this matter yesterday. Published: 1 October 2013 Organisation: Prime Minister’s Office, 10 Downing Street Minister: The Rt Hon David Cameron MP original source.
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» Thursday, September 12, 2013
Syria
Asked if the PM supported Ken Clarke?s reported comment that British experts could help disarm Syria, the PMS said there were international bodies with expertise in this area. Published: 13 September 2013 Organisation: Prime Minister’s Office, 10 Downing Street Minister: The Rt Hon David Cameron MP original source.
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Syria
Asked for an update on the situation in Syria, the PMS said the Foreign Secretary would be providing a statement to the House later that morning. The statement would cover humanitarian assistance, discussions with the Syrian National Council and the importance of finding a diplomatic solution to the conflict. Asked for the PM?s view on […]
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