Single people who live alone in a self-contained mobile home will be able to receive the living alone rate. The current practice of setting the net weekly amount of superannuation for a couple who both qualify at no less than 66 percent of the net average weekly wage will be protected in legislation so it cannot be lowered without Parliament's agreement. These changes are important for the groups who are affected and, in the case of protecting the current wage link, for the long-term stability of New Zealand superannuation and veteran's pension.