§ Mr. Leadbitterasked the Minister of Health what steps he is taking to improve the Home Help Service so as to make it available to a higher percentage of the population aged over 65 years.
§ Mr. SnowMy right hon. Friend wrote to all local health authorities in England and Wales in December, 1965 with suggestions for developing the home help service. At present, 80 per cent. of all persons receiving home help are elderly and this proportion is growing. A comprehensive study of the service by the Government Social Survey, whose report 85W we expect in the spring, will provide a basis for further action if it proves necessary.