§ Mr. Steenasked the Secretary of State for Social Services when he expects to reply to the letter sent by the hon. Member for Liverpool, Wavertree, of 10th April, acknowledged on 6th May, which drew attention to the abrasive manner of the DHSS officers of the Shenstone Street, Liverpool, office, when the Boistells inquired whether they would be better off if Mrs. Boistell stopped working and drew benefits.
§ Mr. OrmeA reply was sent to the hon. Member by the Chairman of the Supplementary Benefits Commission on 19th July. It is regretted that owing to the increased volume of correspondence reaching the Department it was not possible to reply earlier.