HC Deb 06 February 1979 vol 962 cc139-40W
Mr. Carter-Jones

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services what advice he has received from the working group on screening for neural tube defects; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Moyle

None as yet; it is hoped that the report of the working group will be available in the spring.

single women in the town of Walsall are receiving the non-contributory invalidity pension; how many married women in the town of Walsall who are incapable of normal housework are receiving the non-contributory invalidity pension since the benefit was extended; and how many men and single women in the town of Walsall who look after severely disabled relatives are receiving the invalid care allowance.

Mr. Alfred Morris

I regret that the information requested is not available since the payment records for these benefits do not enable us to calculate the number of recipients in individual towns.

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