§ 20. Ms KeebleTo ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer what discussions he has had with employers' groups on his policy to spend the proceeds of the windfall tax on a welfare-to-work programme. [21071]
§ Mr. Geoffrey RobinsonI am pleased to tell the House that we had widespread positive acceptance of the welfare to work programme from employers, employees representatives and the voluntary sector as well. In particular, I am most encouraged by the firm support from British industry and I am pleased also to say many Members of this House have been involved as ambassadors for the programme, and that is having a very good effect.
§ 29. Mr. McCabeTo ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer what representation she has received from employers' groups on his policy to spend the proceeds of the windfall tax on a welfare-to-work programme. [21080]
§ Mr. Geoffrey RobinsonI refer my hon. Friend to the answer that I gave to the hon. Member for Gedling (Mr. Coaker) today.