§ Mr. Carter-Jonesasked the Secretary of State for Social Services what advice he has received from the working group on screening for neural tube defects; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. MoyleNone as yet; it is hoped that the report of the working group will be available in the spring.
140Wsingle women in the town of Walsall are receiving the non-contributory invalidity pension; how many married women in the town of Walsall who are incapable of normal housework are receiving the non-contributory invalidity pension since the benefit was extended; and how many men and single women in the town of Walsall who look after severely disabled relatives are receiving the invalid care allowance.
§ Mr. Alfred MorrisI regret that the information requested is not available since the payment records for these benefits do not enable us to calculate the number of recipients in individual towns.