HC Deb 15 November 1983 vol 48 c423W
19. Mr. Terry Lewis

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services what representations he has received on the future level of the death grant.

Dr. Boyson

Over the past year we have received about 320 letters from hon. and right hon. Members and members of the public about the level of the death grant.

23. Mr. Tony Lloyd

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services by how much the value of death grants has declined in constant purchasing power since the present monetary level was fixed.

Dr. Boyson

The grant has declined by about 82 per cent. since 1967.

49. Mr. James Hamilton

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services if he is now ready to report on the future of death grants.

Dr. Boyson

Not yet, the future of the death grant is still under consideration. An announcement will be made in due course.