BEREAVEMENT BENEFITS

Early day motion 800, tabled 3 February 2010 by Andrew Pelling (Independent). Signed by 29 members.

That this House recognises that bereavement benefits are paid to those who are obliged to cope with singular difficulties at an emotional time; notes that receipt of such benefits can debar an individual from access to mortgage support; and urges the Government to reconsider this policy.

Signatures by party: Labour 13, Liberal Democrat 6, DUP 4, Independent 2, Social Democratic and Labour Party 2, Conservative 1, Respect 1.