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Written question asked by Richard Holden (Conservative) on Tuesday, 23 June 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 25 June 2026. It was answered by Stephen Timms (Labour) on Monday, 29 June 2026 on behalf of the Department for Work and Pensions.


Social Security Benefits: Polygamy

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, how many households have claimants recorded as being in a polygamous marriage for a) Housing Benefit and b) other benefits.

Answer

I refer the Rt. Hon. Member to the answer I gave on 9 June 2026 to Question UIN 4348.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
12581
Session
2026-27
Related items
Social Security Benefits: Polygamy
Tuesday, 9 June 2026
Written questions
House of Commons
Subjects
Social security benefits Polygamy
Contains statistics
Yes
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk