HC Deb 26 March 2002 vol 382 cc1000-1W
Lynne Jones

To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, pursuant to his answer of 11 February 2002,Official Report, column 104W, on pensions, what his definition is of good information; and if this includes information on loss of entitlement to means-tested benefits. [38317]

Malcolm Wicks

The government objective is to provide information that is, and continues to be, accurate and relevant to enable people to plan effectively for their future income in retirement.

At the point at which such information is produced, it is not possible to forecast an individual's possible entitlement to means tested benefits at state pension age.

However, there are a number of leaflets that give information on government support to those on low incomes and the impact that other income may have on their future pension entitlement.

These leaflets include IS20—a Guide to Income Support, MIG1L—on the Minimum Income Guarantee for people aged 60 or over, GL16—Help with your rent and GL17—Help with your council tax.

Mr. Frank Field

To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions what reports his Department publishes on public sector pension schemes. [43348]

Malcolm Wicks

[holding reply 14 March 2002]: None. Responsibility for Public Sector Schemes rests with HMT.