HC Deb 02 December 1943 vol 395 cc501-2
36. Mr. Lipson

asked the Minister of Health whether he will take steps to enable public assistance committees, who so desire, to grant in suitable instances pocket money to inmates of public assistance institutions who are under 65 years of age?

Miss Horsbrugh

My right hon. Friend has noted this question for consideration at an appropriate opportunity, but he certainly could not undertake to introduce legislation in the sense suggested in the early future.

Mr. Lipson

Can the hon. Lady say when this consideration will be forthcoming?

Miss Horsbrugh

I am afraid I cannot answer that.