§ Mr. Skinnerasked the Secretary of State for Social Services what studies are planned by his Department with a view to introducing a comprehensive disability income scheme for all physically and mentally disabled people.
§ Mr. Patrick JenkinIt remains our long-term aim to introduce a coherent system of cash benefits for disabled 447W people. But as we have made clear, there is no prospect of any new benefits until the economy has improved. It would, therefore, be premature to produce plans for inprovements in this area.