§ 67. Mr. Hollandasked the Secretary of State for Social Services to what extent measures aimed at relieving poverty for the low-wage earner have succeeded in making it more profitable to work than to live solely on social security benefits.
§ Mr. DeanThe family income supplement scheme which started in August makes more money available to low-income families with children where the breadwinner is in full-time work. It therefore increases the difference between income when at work and social security benefits when out of work.