33 Rejected

In the event of the Welsh Government submitting formal proposals to the UK Government, the...

Recommendation
In the event of the Welsh Government submitting formal proposals to the UK Government, the DWP should provide us with an update in 12 months regarding the nature and progress of its discussions with the Welsh Government. (Paragraph 162) The Benefits System in Wales 47
Government Response Summary
The government rejects the premise of the recommendation, reiterating it has no intention to devolve social security to the Welsh Government.
Government Response
Rejected
HM Government Rejected
The UK Government has no intention to devolve social security to the Welsh Government. The Committee’s report acknowledges the advantages of the current system, highlighting its strength during the Covid response. The evidence gathered during the inquiry showed that attitudes to the idea of devolving social security to Senedd Cymru / the Welsh Parliament vary significantly in terms of policy, operational and funding implications.
Addressee Bodies
Wales Office
Timeline
Recommendation age 4.2 yrs
Report published 17 Mar 2022