The Rt. Hon. Sir John Major KG CH

Prime Minister of Great Britain and Northern Ireland 1990-1997

1983-1987 Parliament

Mr Major’s Written Parliamentary Answer on Supplementary Benefit – 30 January 1986

Below is the text of Mr Major’s written Parliamentary Answer on Supplementary Benefit on 30th January 1986.


Dr. Godman Asked the Secretary of State for Social Services how many people claimed supplementary benefit in Greenock and Port Glasgow in each of the years 1979 to 1985; and what percentage this represents.

Mr. Major I shall let the hon. Member have a reply as soon as possible.