§ Mr. Lambieasked the Secretary of State for Social Services what progress is being made in the Kilmarnock and Paisley offices of the Department of Health and Social Security to ensure that the increases in benefits due in the week beginning 22nd July are paid; and if she will make a statement.
§ Mr. O'MalleyUprating work at all local offices, including those at Kilmarnock and Paisley, has been affected by staff association action, but negotiations are continuing and I hope that the difficulties will soon be resolved. Any arrears of benefit which may arise will be paid from 22nd July