§ Mr. HoodTo ask the Secretary of State for Social Security if he will give details of the number of sufferers from myalgic encephalomyelitis who have applied for(a) mobility allowance, (b) attendance allowance and (c) sickness benefits and have been refused because their illness is not recognised by the Department of Social Security in Scotland.
§ Mr. ScottNo myalegic encephalomyelitis sufferers in Scotland have been refused mobility allowance, attendance allowance or sickness benefits on the ground that their illness is not recognised.
§ Mr. HoodTo ask the Secretary of State for Social Security what representations he has had from sufferers of myalgic encephalomyelitis seeking his assistance in obtaining state benefits; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. ScottA number of representations have been made by, and on behalf of, people suffering from myalgic encephalomyelitis about the general difficulties they face. We understand their concerns and continue to consider them sympathetically.