HC Deb 15 April 1981 vol 3 cc164-5W
Mr. Carter-Jones

asked the Secretary of State for Employment what is his estimate of the number of disabled men aged (a) between 60 and 63 years old and (b) 64 years old currently receiving allowances under the job release scheme.

Mr. Peter Morrison

At 4 March 1981 it is estimated that some 14,900 disabled men aged 60 to 63 years and 54 disabled men aged 64 were receiving job release allowance.

Mr. Carter-Jones

asked the Secretary of State for Employment what is his estimate of the number of disabled women aged 59 years currently receiving an allowance under the job release scheme.

Mr. Peter Morrison

At 4 March 1981, eight disabled women aged 59 years were in receipt of job release allowance.