HC Deb 08 February 1999 vol 325 c68W
Ms Keeble

To ask the Secretary of State for Social Security what proposals he has to introduce changes to jobseeker's allowance. [68009]

Angela Eagle

A large-scale research programme to evaluate Jobseeker's Allowance is being conducted and will conclude later this year. The findings from that programme will enable us to consider what changes might need to be made. In the meantime, we will consider changes to Jobseeker' s Allowance where problems occur or when a reason for amendment is identified.

Mr. Crausby

To ask the Secretary of State for Social Security what representations he has received in respect of the payment of jobseeker's allowance to employees made redundant when their employer goes into receivership. [69000]

Angela Eagle

We have received a number of letters on this matter. Since it came to our attention we have been working to simplify the complex legislation in this area. We are currently considering proposals for changes to the relevant benefit rules.

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