HC Deb 20 November 1974 vol 881 c442W
Mr. Ashley

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer how many now claim blind person's allowance; and what is the total cost to the Exchequer.

Mr. Robert Sheldon

For 1972–73, the latest year available, it is estimated that about 29,000 persons claimed the blind persons allowance. The current cost to the Exchequer is estimated at about £1 million.