National Assistance Board

HC Deb 24 March 1965 vol 709 c79W

3. Mr. Hamling

asked the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster whether, in his review of social security provisions, he will seek powers to abolish the National Assistance Board and set up in its place a national welfare organisation.

12. Mr. Steele

asked the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster if he will make a statement on the place the National Assistance Board will have in future arrangements for the social services.

Mr. Park

asked the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster if he will make a statement about the future of the National Assistance Board.

Mr. Houghton

The Government are giving careful consideration to the place of the National Assistance Board in the social services of the future.