In Questions for the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster on 28 April 2020, Stephen pressed Michael Gove on the issue of those working legally who have the No Recourse to Public Funds condition applied to their immigration status.
Unable to work or access mainstream welfare benefits in the coronavirus pandemic, many are struggling.
Stephen said: “It is vital that the ‘No Recourse to Public Funds’ restriction is suspended for the duration of the crisis, to give the hard-working families affected a chance. I was glad to hear that No Recourse to Public Funds is under review by ministers, but swift action is now needed.”