HC Deb 17 July 1973 vol 860 c57W
29. Mr. Hardy

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services if he will ensure that social security benefits are not suspended until after allegations made in anonymous communications have been investigated and found to have substance.

Sir K. Joseph

This is the Department's practice. In the case the hon. Member has in mind there was an error of judgment, and he will know that benefit was restored and a full apology made to his constituent.