HC Deb 14 November 1983 vol 48 c334W
Mr. Michael McNair-Wilson

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services what assistance his Department gives to persons on social security who are fined by the courts towards meeting the fines.

Dr. Boyson

None. Regulation 6(2)(j) of the Supplementary Benefit (Single Payments) Regulations provides that no payment can be made to meet any expenses, such as fines, that arise out of an appearance in court.