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 Housing Benefit – 14 May 1986

Below is the text of Mr Major’s written Parliamentary Answer on Housing Benefit on 14th May 1986.


Mr. Meacher Asked the Secretary of State for Social Services if he intends to institute a pro rata non-dependants deduction for housing benefit for part-time workers.

Mr. Major The future arrangements for non-dependant contributions under the reformed housing benefit scheme are still under consideration.