Social Security

Yes, of course. If the hon. Gentleman has particular examples, I would be more than happy to pass them on to ministerial colleagues. I wish to touch on the points that have been raised about the extra help that we have provided this year. We have, for example, increased the winter fuel payments by £50 for households with someone aged between 60 and 79, and by £100 for households with someone aged 80 and over. That means that the total direct help with fuel costs this year for pensioners aged between 60 and 79 will be £250—the figure will be £400 for those aged 80 or over. My right hon. Friend the Chancellor also announced, in the pre-Budget report, a one-off increase of £60 to the annual £10 Christmas bonus. That is additional direct financial support that will benefit not just pensioners, but all 15 million people who receive the Christmas bonus, including those on disability and bereavement benefits.