§ 27. Mr. LambieTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what representations he has had about the effects of the new changes in housing benefits; and if he will make a statement.
§ Lord James Douglas-HamiltonWe have received several letters about the changes to housing benefit. Housing benefit policy is the responsibility of my right hon. Friend the Secretary of State for Social Services.
§ 49. Mr. David MarshallTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what representations he has received from Glasgow district council regarding the effects of the changes in housing benefit on the management of its housing stock.
§ Lord James Douglas-HamiltonNone.