MPs debate future government spending

Future government spending

The debate was moved by Shadow Chief Secretary to the Treasury, Chris Leslie.  The Financial Secretary to the Treasury, Mr David Gauke, responded on behalf of the Government.

The motion was negatived on division (Division No. 168, Ayes 216 votes, Noes 298 votes).

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