§ Mr. Roseasked the Secretary of State for Social Services what representations she has received concerning the payment of social security by members of the Unification Church, a charity, who also work for United Family Enterprises Ltd., a profit-making company; and whether, if classed as self-employed, such persons are currently paying appropriate contributions.
§ Mr. O'MalleyOnly one representation can be traced, and this was made in 1975. Inquiries showed that members of the Unification Church who also work for United Family Enterprises Limited do not work under conditions which attract liability for Class 1—employed earners'—contributions. Some members of the Church are classed as self-employed but have been granted exception from payment of contributions because of small earnings.