HC Deb 05 November 1970 vol 805 c438W
Mr. Sillars

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services if he will now take steps to add 10s. per week to the basic State retirement pension to assist pensioners to meet increased transport costs; and what this measure will cost.

Mr. Dean

No. Such a measure would cost £175 million on retirement pensions alone, without allowing for effects on other benefits.