For those who are able to work, work has to be seen as the best route out of poverty. For work is not just about more money - it is transformative. It's about taking responsibility for yourself and your family.

Iain Duncan Smith

With the right support, a child growing up in a dysfunctional household, who was destined for a lifetime on benefits could be put on an entirely different track - one which sees them move into fulfilling and sustainable work. In doing so, they will pull themselves out of poverty.

Iain Duncan Smith

I am an optimist about the UK. We have been involved in trade with our European partners, which we will always be doing whatever this relationship is. We are a member of the EU. That gives us benefits. But we have to figure out where that is going. In the world, we are a global trader already.

Iain Duncan Smith

It's fairness to say those who work hard, get up in the morning, cut their cloth - in other words 'we can only afford to have one or two children because we don't earn enough'. They pay their taxes and they want to know that the same kind of decision-making is taking place for those on benefits.

Iain Duncan Smith

Every parent wants to know that their children are protected against those who have a particular agenda until they get old enough to make decisions for themselves.

Iain Duncan Smith

Government cannot do it all. As we work hard to break welfare dependency and get young people ready for the labour market, we need businesses to give them a chance and not just fall back on labour from abroad.

Iain Duncan Smith

I do not believe the picture that some people paint of Scottish towns dependent on welfare. Every time I come here, I meet people who are determined to get into work. Who, with the right help are desperate to get off benefits, support their family and set an example for their children.

Iain Duncan Smith

With participation in politics so low at the moment I think Christians should ensure their views are represented at all levels and not leave it to others.

Iain Duncan Smith

A system that was originally designed to support the poorest in society is now trapping them in the very condition it was supposed to alleviate.

Iain Duncan Smith

Aspiration, it seems, is in danger of becoming the preserve of the wealthy.

Iain Duncan Smith

If Britain is to have a stable, affordable pension system, people need to work longer, but we will reward their hard work with a decent state pension that will enable them to enjoy quality of life in their retirement.

Iain Duncan Smith

After years of piecemeal reform the current welfare system is complex and unfair.

Iain Duncan Smith

Too many couples break up without understanding the consequences for their families.

Iain Duncan Smith

There are few more powerful tools for promoting stability than the institution of marriage.

Iain Duncan Smith

Over the years the political establishment has frowned if a mainstream politician mentions marriage.

Iain Duncan Smith

The financial costs of family breakdown are incredibly high.

Iain Duncan Smith

Even as our economy starts to pick up, and new jobs are created, there is a risk that young people in Britain won't get the chances they deserve because businesses will continue to look elsewhere.

Iain Duncan Smith

A good proportion of foreign nationals in jobs in the UK are in semi or low-skilled occupations.

Iain Duncan Smith

No I'm not a great believer in getting back over things and saying if only, or if, or buts because I don't think we actually get anywhere on that.

Iain Duncan Smith

I think almost every political leader is always told that the next speech they make is the most crucial one.

Iain Duncan Smith

Iain Duncan Smith Quotes

For those who are able to work, work has to be seen as the best route out of poverty. For work is not just about more money - it is transformative. It's about taking responsibility for yourself and your family.

With the right support, a child growing up in a dysfunctional household, who was destined for a lifetime on benefits could be put on an entirely different track - one which sees them move into fulfilling and sustainable work. In doing so, they will pull themselves out of poverty.

I am an optimist about the UK. We have been involved in trade with our European partners, which we will always be doing whatever this relationship is. We are a member of the EU. That gives us benefits. But we have to figure out where that is going. In the world, we are a global trader already.

It's fairness to say those who work hard, get up in the morning, cut their cloth - in other words 'we can only afford to have one or two children because we don't earn enough'. They pay their taxes and they want to know that the same kind of decision-making is taking place for those on benefits.

Every parent wants to know that their children are protected against those who have a particular agenda until they get old enough to make decisions for themselves.

Government cannot do it all. As we work hard to break welfare dependency and get young people ready for the labour market, we need businesses to give them a chance and not just fall back on labour from abroad.

I do not believe the picture that some people paint of Scottish towns dependent on welfare. Every time I come here, I meet people who are determined to get into work. Who, with the right help are desperate to get off benefits, support their family and set an example for their children.

With participation in politics so low at the moment I think Christians should ensure their views are represented at all levels and not leave it to others.

A system that was originally designed to support the poorest in society is now trapping them in the very condition it was supposed to alleviate.

Aspiration, it seems, is in danger of becoming the preserve of the wealthy.

If Britain is to have a stable, affordable pension system, people need to work longer, but we will reward their hard work with a decent state pension that will enable them to enjoy quality of life in their retirement.

After years of piecemeal reform the current welfare system is complex and unfair.

Too many couples break up without understanding the consequences for their families.

There are few more powerful tools for promoting stability than the institution of marriage.

Over the years the political establishment has frowned if a mainstream politician mentions marriage.

The financial costs of family breakdown are incredibly high.

Even as our economy starts to pick up, and new jobs are created, there is a risk that young people in Britain won't get the chances they deserve because businesses will continue to look elsewhere.

A good proportion of foreign nationals in jobs in the UK are in semi or low-skilled occupations.

No I'm not a great believer in getting back over things and saying if only, or if, or buts because I don't think we actually get anywhere on that.

I think almost every political leader is always told that the next speech they make is the most crucial one.