HC Deb 31 January 1972 vol 830 c48W
Mr. Alfred Morris

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services how many applications from severely disabled people for the constant attendance allowance have now been refused.

Mr. Dean

Up to 25th January just under 38,000 claims were unsuccessful.

Mr. Alfred Morris

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services if he is aware that some local authorities have increased their charges for home help by as much as £1 per week to severely disabled people who have been granted the constant attendance allowance; if he will discuss this matter as one of urgency with the local authorities concerned; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Alison

I am sending the hon. Member a copy of Circular 53/71 sent to authorities in October last, paragraph 16 of which sets out our advice on this matter.