HC Deb 07 December 1992 vol 215 c503W
Ms. Walley

To ask the Secretary of State for Social Security if he will review his policy of refusing benefit to 16 and 17-year-olds without hostel accommodation.

Mr. Burt

There is no such policy. Housing benefit can be paid to 16 and 17-year-olds who have a commercial rent liability. Income support is available to 16 and 17-year-olds not required to be available for work or youth training and also to those at risk of severe hardship. Other benefits may be available subject to the young person meeting the qualifying conditions.