§ Mr. NellistTo ask the Secretary of State for Social Security what instructions or circulars have been issued by his Department in connection with the ambulance dispute; how, for the purpose of income support claims, his Department categorises the dispute; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mrs. Gillian ShephardNo new procedural instructions or circulars in connection with the ambulance dispute have been issued by the Department. Standing guidance on trades disputes is given in chapter 33 of the adjudication officers guide and part 5 of the income support manual. Copies are available in the Library.