HC Deb 09 March 1973 vol 852 c218W
Mr. Bishop

asked the Secretary of State for Employment what is the practice of his Department, in administrative matters, regarding the definition of the term "Head of the Household" or an equivalent term; and what benefits or allowances are available when the requirements of that status are met.

Mr. Chichester-Clark

The term "Head of the Household" is not in official use by the Department in its administration, though it is commonly necessary in determining eligibility for benefits to establish whether an applicant is maintaining dependants.

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