§ Mr. John Pattenasked the Secretary of State for Social Services when he will 230W initiate a public review of the working of section 47 of the National Assistance Act 1948; and if he will make a statement.
§ Sir George YoungI am still examining the paper prepared by Dr. Muir Gray. As soon as I reach a conclusion as to whether there is a need to review section 47, I shall write to my hon. Friend.