HC Deb 09 February 1970 vol 795 cc253-4W
Sir Clive Bossom

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services whether he w ill take steps to give an attendance allowance or some form of financial assistance to parents who look after their handicapped children at home.

Mr. Ennals

The National Superannuation and Social Insurance Bill now before the House, contains regulation making powers which will be used to provide for payment of an allowance to parents of children who are severely handicapped.