HC Deb 19 October 1971 vol 823 c97W
Mr. Carter

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services what is the real value of the retirement pension for retired single persons now, compared with 18th June, 1970, including any increase.

Mr. Dean

As measured by the General Index of Retail Prices between June, 1970, and August, 1971, 45p, that is, 8.1 per cent. higher.