§ Mr. Sproatasked the Secretary of State for Social Services under what circumstances his Department will pay the expenses of visits to prison by social security claimants travelling by taxi.
§ Mr. DeakinsThe use of a taxi may be sanctioned very exceptionally, usually on the recommendation of the prison or welfare authorities, if there is some special difficulty such as a physical handicap or complete absence of other transport.
§ Mr. Sproatasked the Secretary of State for Social Services how much money was paid by his Department in the last year for which figures are available in respect of travel expenses for persons stranded away from home to social security claimants.
§ Mr. DeakinsI would refer the hon. Member to the reply my right hon. Friend gave to the hon. Member for Louth (Mr. Brotherton) on 4th August.—[Vol. 916, c.850.]