HC Deb 06 March 2003 vol 400 cc1183-4W
Vernon Coaker

To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions what guidance he has given to the Benefits Agency regarding the payment of benefits from April in cash from Post Offices. [98080]

Malcolm Wicks

I refer my hon. Friend to the written answer I gave my hon. Friend the Member for Stafford (Mr. Kidney) on 27 January 2003,Official Report, column 650W.

Vernon Coaker

To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions what steps he has taken to publicise the availability of Post Office card accounts to those who wish their benefits to be paid in cash at Post Offices; and if he will make a statement. [98081]

Malcolm Wicks

Customers will be supplied with information which clearly sets out their account options and enables them to freely choose the account which is right for them. This information will include details on accounts available at Post Office branches.