On the doorsteps at the recent general election, there was a very positive response both to the fantastic increases in old age pensions and in child benefit. However, we should not be under any illusion that it is easy to live on a social welfare income and people should be given encouragement to make additional provision for themselves where they are able. In discussions at Government the Minister should stress the importance of protecting the pension fund. I do not want to see a debate develop here over the next ten or 20 years asking if we can afford our old people. Making provision now will make it less controversial in the future.