HC Deb 06 December 1977 vol 940 c628W
Mr. Skinner

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment whether, for rent and rate rebate purposes, the identity of foster children is revealed to other central or local government agencies.

Mr. Armstrong

This is primarily a matter for the local authority concerned, but the normal practice, in accordance with Departmental guidance, is for all information given on the rebate application form to be treated in confidence.