§ Mrs. Renée Shortasked the Secretary of State for Social Services what specific action he intends to take to help those families most affected by the proposed £230 million cut in housing benefit.
§ Dr. BoysonWe are still considering the report of the Social Security Advisory Committee, and the other representations we have received. We shall announce our decisions shortly.
§ Mr. Chris Smithasked the Secretary of State for Social Services what representations he has received in respect of his proposals for a reduction of £230 million in housing benefit.
§ Dr. BoysonI refer the hon. Member to my reply to my hon. Friend, the Member for Brighton, Kemptown (Mr. Bowden) on 30 January.