Written question asked by Lord Laird (Ulster Unionist Party), in the House of Lords. It was answered by Lord McKenzie of Luton (Labour) on Thursday, 12 November 2009.
Alcohol
- Question
- To ask Her Majesty's Government whether they will research the health and financial consequences of awarding benefits to those with long-term excess alcohol consumption.
- Answer
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The Government have no current plans to conduct such research. Benefits are awarded to people on the basis of them meeting the conditions of entitlement. People who are dependent upon alcohol have to meet the same conditions of entitlement as any other claimant.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 5935; 714 c182WA
- Session
- 2008-09
- Subjects
- Alcoholic drinks Misuse Social security benefits Research
- Link
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