HC Deb 26 March 1976 vol 908 cc313-4W
Mr. Brotherton

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services how much has been paid in supplementary benefits to British Leyland workers and their dependants who have been involved in industrial disputes since the Government rescued the company.

Mr. Meacher

Records are not kept in a form which would enable this Question to be answered. It is, however, estimated that in this period something less than £4,000 has been paid out to British Leyland strikers and their dependants.

Mr. Brotherton

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services whether supplementary benefits have been paid to the dependants of those involved in the strike by British Leyland toolroom workers; and, if so, how much has so far been paid.

Mr. Meacher

No benefit has yet been paid.