§ Mr. WigleyTo ask the Secretary of State for Social Security what guidelines exist for deciding entitlement to severe hardship payments for 16 and 17-year-olds; and if he will publish those guidelines.
§ Mr. BurtThe administration of social security benefits is a matter for Mr. Michael Bichard, the chief executive of the Benefits Agency. He will write to the hon. Member and copies will be placed in the Library and the Public Information Office.