§ Mrs. Renée Shortasked the Secretary of State for Social Services if he has yet reached any conclusions following the review of current voluntary agreements with the tobacco industry on advertising and sponsorship; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. John PattenThe review process is due to commence next week. Discussions will be confidential until they are concluded.
Table 1. Estimated Standard Housing Benefit Caseload at November 1985 Thousands, Great Britain Rate Rebate Recipients Rent Rebate or Allowances Recipients Household Type Above Needs Allowance Below Needs Allowance Total Above Needs Allowance Below Needs Allowance Total Pensioners 1,200 1,250 2,400 650 650 1,300 Working 150 200 350 150 100 250 Other 250 450 700 200 350 550 All 1,550 1,990 3,450 1,050 1,100 2,150