HC Deb 03 July 1980 vol 987 cc693-4W
Mr. Shersby

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services whether local authorities are entitled to include the attendance allowance as income in the test of means for the purpose of determining benefit to social services, such as the provision of telephones, home helps, environmental aids and major adaptations.

Mr. Prentice

Yes, within their discretion to charge for services.