§ Mr. SkinnerTo ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department what representations he has received seeking the withdrawal of his announcement of 18 May regarding the rise in the cost of concessionary television licences; what response he has made; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. RentonBetween 19 May and 14 June, 12 members of the public and six hon. Members complained about the concessionary licence fee increase. Replies have explained376W that the increase is necessary to cover the costs of administering the concessionary scheme and of extending it.