Quote by Iain Duncan Smith

We have to challenge the whole idea that it's acceptable for a society like Britain to have such a significant number of people who do not work one day of the week and don't have any possibility of improving the quality of their lives.

We have to challenge the whole idea that it's acceptable for

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This quote suggests that it is necessary to question the societal acceptance of a large portion of the population in the UK who are unemployed and have no means to improve their living standards. It implies that it is problematic for a community to have a significant number of individuals who are not actively contributing to the workforce or seeking ways to enhance their well-being. The quote advocates for challenging this notion and addressing the issue of economic inactivity among a specific group within British society.

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