Prime minister claims some 'public funds' are available - even for thousands hit by 'no recourse to public funds' rule
But, asked to provide more detail, Mr Johnson switched tack, arguing the condition did not mean the people affected were “excluded from all public funds”.“They may be eligible for coronavirus job retention scheme funds or self-employed income support scheme funds,” he told MPs.Watch moreLater, the prime minister’s spokesman, asked if the comments meant it was “case closed” – with no review to follow – indicated they did, adding: “That is his answer, as far as I know.
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