Long-term Supplementary Benefit

HC Deb 28 June 1978 vol 952 cc608-9W

Mr. Carter-Jones

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services if he will grant all people who have received a long-term incapacity benefit for two years automatic right to the long-term rate of supplementary benefit; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Orme

Entitlement to the longterm scale arises only after two years receipt of supplementary benefit. Any changes in the present arrangements would have operational and financial implications, but this matter will be considered in the context of the review of the supplementary benefit scheme.