Environment Secretary Therese Coffey made the suggestion in the House of Commons during a debate.
York MP Rachael Maskell has hit after a Government minister suggested people struggling to afford food bills could consider working more hours.
Environment Secretary Therese Coffey made the suggestion in the House of Commons during a debate.
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