§ Ms CorstonTo ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer what action he has taken to ensure that the United Kingdom Government complies with the agreement reached at the world summit for social development to institute regular national reviews of economic policies and budgets in respect of the eradication of poverty and the reduction of inequality. [22238]
§ Mr. Heathcoat-AmoryThe best way to tackle poverty and inequality is by giving people opportunities, promoting wealth creation and helping people back into work. As a result of our policies the average income of all economic groups and family types has risen since we came to office.