HC Deb 01 July 1981 vol 7 cc407-8W
Mr. Alfred Morris

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services what representations he has received to use his default powers under section 36 of the National Assistance Act 1948 from the Royal Association for Disability and Rehabilitation; and if he will list the council concerned, the date the representation was received, the date of his reply and the action he has taken in each case.

Mr. Rossi

Representations have been received from the Royal Association for Disability and Rehabilitation concerning six local authorities, in some instances referred to more than one case. The initial applications were received on the following dates:

  • London borough of Richmond-upon-Thames—11 March 1981
  • Wiltshire county council—18 March 1981
  • Oxfordshire county council—18 March 1981
  • West Sussex county council—24 April 1981
  • Northumberland county council—24 April 1981
  • London borough of Brent—19 May 1981

A full reply to the points concerning Wiltshire and Richmond-upon-Thames was sent to RADAR on 12 May. Inquiries are still being pursued in the other cases. Full replies will be sent as soon as the inquiries are complete.