§ 27. Ms KeebleTo ask the Secretary of State for Social Security what steps she is taking to improve benefit payments to flood victims in Northampton. [47497]
§ Mr. DenhamThe Government fully recognise the distress and suffering caused to people in Northampton who were victims of the recent floods. While compensation would normally be through insurance policies we recognise that those without insurance may need help from the social security system. The discretionary social fund can help in such circumstances.
Most of the flood victims who applied to the social fund for help have received it. However, in view of representations received, officials will be reviewing social fund provision for victims of disasters.