HC Deb 08 February 1977 vol 925 c631W
48. Sir George Young

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services whether the next social security uprating will be based on historic or future trends in the rate of inflation.

Mr. Orme

I must ask the hon. Member to await the Government's proposals.

50. Mr. MacGregor

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services whether he will announce the date of the next social security uprating.

Mr. Orme

The Government's intention is to raise benefits again in November 1977.