HC Deb 26 October 1984 vol 65 c754W
Mr. Meacher

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services if he is considering any proposals to cut public expenditure by deferring benefit upratings from the present annual cycle to a two-year cycle.

Mr. Newton

As the hon. Member is aware, every aspect of public expenditure is subject to scrutiny at this time of year. The Government's conclusions will be announced in due course.

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