Explanatory note

These Regulations define the expression “precluded from regular employment by responsibilities at home” in paragraph 5(6) and (7) of Schedule 3 to the Social Security Act 1975, as amended, (deemed satisfaction of the second contribution condition for Category A and B retirement pensions, widowed mother's allowance and widow's pension under that Act). They also modify or revoke certain provisions of the Social Security (Benefit) (Married Women and Widows Special Provisions) Regulations 1974 and the Social Security Benefit (Married Women and Widows) (Amendments and Transitional Provisions) Regulations 1975 relating to entitlement to Category A and B retirement pensions, widow's pension and widowed mother's allowance for women whose marriages have terminated.