Written question asked by Max Madden (Labour), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 23 February 1988. It was answered by Michael Portillo (Conservative) on Tuesday, 23 February 1988 on behalf of the Department of Health and Social Security.

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Untitled Written question

Question

What criteria will be used to decide whether an applicant receives a grant or a loan to meet funeral costs of a relative or close friend; how quickly decisions will be given on such applications & whether there will be a right of appeal against refusal to make a grant or loan

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Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

128 c182W;128 c181W

Session

1987-88

Subjects

Appeals Costs Administrative delays Funerals Loans Social security benefits Social Fund