HC Deb 07 May 1953 vol 515 cc42-3W
Commander Maitland

asked the Minister of Works what arrangements he has made to enable retired and aged persons to see the Coronation procession.

Mr. Eccles

The National Council of Social Service has agreed to distribute a number of seats in Government stands among retired and aged persons through the National Old People's Welfare Committee and the county and local old people's welfare committees. The local committees are, in many cases, bearing the cost of the seats, travelling expenses and sleeping accommodation.