§ Mr. WinnickTo ask the Secretary of State for Social Security if the price of second-hand clothes bought at jumble sales by pensioners is taken into account in the setting of local social security payments.
§ Mr. Peter LloydThe income support personal allowances and premiums are set nationally, at a level intended to provide for all normal day-to-day living expenses including the purchase and replacement of clothing. It is for individuals to spend their benefit as they see fit in the light of their personal needs and preferences.