HC Deb 17 January 1984 vol 71 c224W
Mr. Hannam

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services what is the most recent estimated cost of extending invalid care allowance to married and cohabitating women; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Newton

We estimate that the net cost of extending invalid care allowance to married women at November 1984 rates would be about £85 million a year. We have no present plans to do so.