§ 38. Mr. Freudasked the Secretary of State for Social Services what representations he has received in respect of the proposals to restrict student eligibility to benefits; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. NewtonSince publication of the White Paper we have received approximately 1,050 written representations and inquiries on the proposals which were put to the Social Security Advisory Committee and the local authority associations on 7 January. We are currently considering the committee's report and the association's views.