HC Deb 29 April 1977 vol 930 cc458-9W
Mr. Lomas

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services what is the procedure for obtaining assistance with travel expenses for relatives visiting hospital patients.

Mr. Deakins

Under the supplementary benefits scheme beneficiaries and, very exceptionally, non-beneficiaries may receive assistance from their local social security office with the costs of visiting close relatives in hospital.