During a debate on Volunteers and Carers, Charles Walker highlights the value of donations to voluntary and charitable organisations.

Mr. Charles Walker (Broxbourne) (Con): I have a two-for-one offer for the Minister, because my seat is next to that of my hon. Friend the Member for Enfield, Southgate (Mr. Burrowes). Will the Minister join me in recognising that every pound given to voluntary and charitable organisations generates huge value-sometimes 10 or 20 times the value of the donation?

Edward Miliband: I agree with the hon. Gentleman and will look kindly on his invitation. Gift aid has improved the situation on tax relief, and the sum provided by the taxpayer has increased from £200 million to £600 million. We all know about the huge impact of volunteering, and I shall discuss that matter later.

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