§ Mr. Maddenasked the Secretary of State for Social Services what steps he proposes to take in the proposed legislation governing the safety of such appliances to ensure that the level of special payments in respect of gas cookers takes account of any implications for their costs; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. NewtonThe guidance already issued by the Chief Adjudication Officer in circular S36/85 is consistent with the proposals concerning the safety of gas cookers, including any cost implications. A copy of the circular is in the Library.