ROSSENDALE and Darwen MP Jake Berry has called on the Government to look into a discounted internet tariff for people living in social housing.
He was speaking during a House of Commons debate on universal credit and welfare reform on Tuesday.
In a question directed at minister for work and pensions Iain Duncan Smith he said: “Although figures vary, you will be aware that the vast majority of people living in social housing have no access to the internet.
“Will he explore the possibility of a social housing broadband tariff to enable those who want to claim their benefits online to do so?”
In response, Mr Duncan Smith said: “Absolutely right. That is exactly what we are trying to do.”
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules hereLast Updated:
Report this comment Cancel