Pat McFadden said "The welfare system should be a springboard to opportunity, not a barrier to it." @ PoliticalQuotes.com

On the recordJuly 29, 2026

The welfare system should be a springboard to opportunity, not a barrier to it.

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Pat McFadden

Labour Party

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Discussing the new bursary for apprenticeships.

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