Chris Philp defends Tory plan for benefits ration cards in heated LBC exchange
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Summary
Tory shadow home secretary Chris Philp defended the Conservative party's proposed policy to issue ration cards to people on benefits with criminal convictions, restricting them from buying alcohol or cigarettes. During an LBC interview, Philp argued that taxpayers' money should come with restrictions, while presenter Lewis Goodall challenged the policy as potentially humiliating for those affected.
Key quotes
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A SENIOR Tory MP clashed with a radio presenter over his party's plans to bring in ration cards for people on benefits
Under new plans announced by the Conservatives, people on benefits with criminal convictions would be issued with cards to prevent them from buying alcohol or cigarettes
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