§ Mr. Sproatasked the Secretary of State for Social Services if he is satisfied with the payments of £133 a week in social security to an unemployed man in Salford when his wife is on a £300 holiday to Tunisia; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. OrmeA claimant must meet the requirements for eligibility laid down by Parliament. Claimants for invalidity benefits under the contributory scheme have to meet certain contribution and other conditions. There are no conditions as to how the benefits are spent and beneficiaries are free to arrange their financial affairs as they wish.