HC Deb 23 March 1998 vol 309 c56W
21. Mr. Robathan

To ask the Secretary of State for Social Security what progress is being made on the fundamental review of social security, with particular regard to the role of contributory benefits. [34063]

Mr. Field

Contributory benefits are currently being reviewed as part of the wider review of Social Security.

We will be publishing a Green Paper on 26 March that will set out the framework and guiding principles for welfare reform.