§ Mr. Johnasked the Secretary of State for Social Services what would be (i) the gross cost and (ii) the net cost of paying to all 16 and 17 year-olds not in employment or on training schemes an allowance (a) of £16.50 a week and (b) of £25 a week, assuming that child benefit ceased to be payable in respect of those still in fill-time education.
§ Dr. BoysonI shall let the hon. Member have a reply as soon as possible.