HC Deb 05 July 1985 vol 82 c303W
Mr. Gordon Brown

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services how many cases have been reported to his Department of inaccurate or inadequate information provided to claimants about exemptions from the new board and lodging rules; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Whitney

We are not aware of any significant complaints about information to claimants. We are always concerned to improve communications and we have revised the standard letters sent to claimants aged under 26 to ensure that the explanation of the new rules is as clear as possible. I shall, however, be glad to look at any specific case where the hon. Member feels there has been a problem.