§ Mr. Michael Shawasked the Secretary of State for Social Services to what extent, and in what way, the county borough of Halifax has conformed with the Chronically Sick and Disabled Persons Act 1970.
§ Sir K. JosephI assume my hon. Friend to be referring to Sections 1 and 2 of the Act. As regards Section 1, I am advised that the authority has carried out a sample survey from which it will be possible to form an estimate of the numbers and needs of handicapped people in the area as required by the section.
370WAs regards Section 2, during the 18 months to the end of September last, I am advised that the authority has given help of the kinds covered by the section to some 480 households, including a handicapped or elderly person. The figure, which excludes provision of holidays, shows that Halifax, like authorities generally, is making good progress in meeting essential needs.