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Written question asked by Norman Baker (Liberal Democrat) on Wednesday, 6 December 2000, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 18 December 2000. It was answered by Angela Eagle (Labour) on Monday, 18 December 2000 on behalf of the Department of Social Security.


Dept of Social Security

Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Social Security, what steps he plans to simplify benefit forms.
Answer

Mr. Baker: To ask the Secretary of State for Social Security what steps he plans to simplify benefit forms. [141814] Angela Eagle: We are determined to ensure that all those entitled to claim a benefit can do so. The Department is currently developing a new Minimum Income Guarantee claim form. The lessons learned from that work will be extended to other benefits.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
360 c79-80W;360 c79W; 141814
Session
2000-01
Subjects
Applications Forms Social security benefits
Link
View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk