HC Deb 22 April 1977 vol 930 cc190-1W
Mr. McCrindle

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services what effects in terms of cost he envisages as a result of his proposals for equality of treatment between men and women in occupational pension schemes.

Mr. Orme

The Government's legislative proposals for equality of treatment for men and women in occupational pension schemes are not expected to add significantly to the overall cost of pension scheme provision.

Mr. McCrindle

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services if he will give a general direction through the Occupational Pensions Board that all new pension schemes should have a common retirement age for men and women.

Mr. Orme

No.