§ Mr. Ray Powellasked the Secretary of State for Wales what representations he has received from organisations in Wales representing the disabled, and retired pensioners, concerning the adverse affects on their standard of living as a direct result of the provisions contained in the Social Security Act and the Social Security (No. 2) Bill.
§ Mrs. ChalkerI have been asked to reply.
We have received representations on the Social Security Act and the Social Security (No 2) Bill from the following organisations in Wales representing the disabled and retirement pensioners:
- Disabled Drivers Association Taff Rhonda Group
- West Glamorgan area of Old Age Pensioners Association of Wales
In addition, my right hon. Friend the Secretary of State for Wales has received representations from the Wales Council for the Disabled and the Wales Council for the Blind on clause 3 of the Bill.