§ Mr. Arthur Lewisasked the Secretary of State for Social Services to what extent, because since 16th June, 1970, to 122W 18th May, 1971, the average price of food has risen by 10.4 per cent. and some basic foodstuffs have risen by amounts between 15.9 per cent. to 36.3 per cent., he will take action to offset the ill effects of these price rises on those with small incomes in Scotland.
§ Mr. DeanRetirement pensions and other related benefits, including supplementary benefits, are due to be increased next September by amounts that will more than compensate for price rises since the last uprating. For low-paid workers with children, the new family income supplement is due to start next month and account was taken of the movement in prices when the prescribed amounts and the maximum payment were increased earlier this year.