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Written question asked by Lord Hylton (Crossbench), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 3 May 1988. It was answered by Lord Lyell (Conservative) on Tuesday, 3 May 1988.


Untitled Written question

Question
What proportion of those who had direct debits subtracted from their benefits under the Payments for Debt (Emergency Provisions) Act 1971 during last 5 years have now completed repayments & what is the maximum & average period of payment. - Disproportionate cost.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
496 c559
Session
1987-88
Subjects
Debts Debt collection Northern Ireland Social security benefits
Legislation
Payments for Debt (Emergency Provisions) Act (Northern Ireland) 1971
Contains statistics
Yes