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Women Living in Poverty

Wednesday 11 March 2020 · 1 question

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Key points

  • Ministerial Questions took place on 2020-03-11
  • Jessica Morden asked about steps to tackle women's in-work poverty in the Budget
  • Response mentioned Universal Credit covering 85% of childcare costs and the Flexible Support Fund helping women into work

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Jessica Morden Lab Merthyr Tydfil and Rhymney
Benefits & Welfare Women & Equalities
Context

A recent report by Welsh charity Chwarae Teg highlights that a significant number of women in Wales on universal credit are in work compared to men.

Question

What steps is the Government taking to ensure strong action in the Budget to tackle women's in-work poverty?

Answer from Mims Davies (Minister for Women

Welsh opportunities for women is an issue close to my heart. Universal credit offers 85% of childcare costs, and the flexible support fund helps women into work. I urge all women to take advantage of these benefits.

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