HC Deb 03 May 1984 vol 59 c231W
Mr. Kennedy

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services whether the financial relief he is considering granting to certain categories of families suffering particular hardship in light of the alterations to the housing benefits scheme will take account of the rate of inflation.

Dr. Boyson

A final decision has not yet been taken on the form of any limit on losses.

Mr. Kennedy

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services when he expects to be in a position to announce what level of additional financial assistance he will grant to certain categories of families suffering particular hardship in light of the alterations to the housing benefit scheme.

Dr. Boyson

I hope to be able to announce a decision within the next few weeks.