The social security system should not be used to let employers away with paying poor wages, or tackle the gig economy, zero hours contract , and increase regulation of the private rented sector, issues that are important in combating poverty. SDLP MPs will support efforts to deliver the living wage for workers and support businesses to deliver fairer work conditions.
about technology and infrastructure, e.g. the importance of modernisation of industry, or supportive of public spending on infrastructure/tech