§ Mr. MaddenTo ask the Secretary of State for Social Security when changes in the housing benefit rules, enabling under-18s to be paid the same rate as over-18s, are to be introduced; what publicity is being issued to explain the changes; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Peter LloydFrom 10 July 1989, single people under 18 will be entitled to the same housing benefit personal allowances as those aged 18 to 24, as set out in the Housing Benefit (General Amendment No. 3) Regulations 1989 (SI 1989 No. 1017)). An information note for claimant advisers is in preparation.