HC Deb 21 October 1986 vol 102 c860W
23. Mr. Kirkwood

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services whether he has any plans to change the eligibility rules for the payment of exceptionally severe weather payments; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Major

Proposals for a new system of severe weather payments have been referred to the Social Security Advisory Committee. Final decisions on new regulations will be taken in the light of its report.