§ Mr. WebbTo ask the Secretary of State for Social Security if she will list the most serious problems currently facing the social security system in order of priority. [23848]
§ Mr. FieldOur aim is to build a Welfare State fit for the 21st century, which extends opportunity and security to all.
Our core principles are that:
Society has a responsibility to help people in genuine need, who are unable to look after themselves;Individuals have a responsibility to help provide for themselves when they can do;443WWork is the best route out of poverty for people who are able to work;Fraud and abuse should be minimised and rooted out wherever found.We are currently examining where the current system fails to meet these core principles.