§ Mr. Meacherasked the Secretary of State for Social Services if it was on his authority that leaflet SB2 entitled "Supplementary Benefits and Trade Disputes" was produced; and why it has been quoted by counter clerks in supplementary benefit offices as though it were legally binding, irrespective of the explicit disavowal to this effect on the cover.
§ Sir K. JosephThe Supplementary Benefits Commission informed me of its intention to publish the leaflet and did so with my approval. I am not aware that it is being used in the way suggested, but I will consider any evidence the hon. Member cares to send me.