It is already the case that benefits under the State insurance scheme can in general only be obtained after payment of a substantial number of contributions during residence here. The only considerable exception is that under reciprocal arrangements with Eire, health insurance contributions paid there are valid for health benefits in Great Britain; I should not suppose, however, that this exception is of material importance in relation to the issue raised by my hon. and gallant Friend. In the case of unemployment assistance, no precise rule is laid down by Statute, but a substantial period of residence is in practice required before an applicant becomes eligible. In the case of Poor Law relief, my hon. and gallant Friend will, I think, appreciate that this cannot be refused to destitute persons so long as they are allowed to stay in this country.