§ Mr. Tony BanksTo ask the Secretary of State for Social Security how many benefit applications in Newham offices were received from individuals claiming refugee status in each of the last 12-month periods.
§ Miss WiddecombeInformation on the number of benefit applications received in Newham offices from persons from abroad is a matter for Mr. Michael Bichard, the chief executive of the Benefits Agency. He will write to the hon. Member with such information as is available and copies will be placed in the Library and the Public Information Office.
§ Mr. Tony BanksTo ask the Secretary of State for Social Security what proportion of applications for crisis loans are paid on the day of application in Newham.
§ Mr. ScottThe administration of the social fund is a matter for Mr. Michael Bichard, the chief executive of the Benefits Agency. He will write to the hon. Member with such information as is available and copies will be placed in the Library and Public Information Office.