HC Deb 19 October 1973 vol 861 c347W
Mr. Ashley

asked the Attorney-General if he will propose legal aid for those appearing at social security tribunals.

The Solicitor-General

The Lord Chancellor's Legal Aid Advisory Committee is considering the question of the desirability of extending legal aid for representation before some or all of the tribunals under the supervision of the Council on Tribunals; this includes Social Security Appeals Tribunals. The Committee expects to report in the New Year.