§ Miss Emma NicholsonTo ask the Secretary of State for Social Security what plans he has to set up emergency procedures for income support for financially vulnerable small farmers by exempting them from the actively seeking work criteria. [26131]
§ Mr. Roger EvansAny claims from unemployed farmers would be subject to the normal benefit rules, including the actively seeking work rule. Farmers who continue to work may be entitled to in-work benefits depending upon their income and family circumstances.