HC Deb 22 February 1971 vol 812 c42W
Mr. Latham

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment how many local authorities have responsibility under the Chronically Sick and Disabled Persons Act, 1970.

Mr. Peter Walker

All local authorities in England (including parish councils) have some duties under the Chronically Sick and Disabled Persons Act, 1970; they number about 8,200 authorities.