HC Deb 15 December 1972 vol 848 cc238-9W
Mr. Biggs-Davison

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department what public financial and other support is being given to the National Voluntary Civil Aid Services; and whether he will make a statement.

Mr. Lane

Local authorities have been advised to make the maximum possible use of voluntary effort, including the Voluntary Civil Aid Services, in connection with their emergency plans; but the amount of financial and other support given is a matter for local discretion.