HC Deb 25 June 1981 vol 7 c179W
Mr. Heddle

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services whether deaf persons are entitled to receive the same rents and rates allowances as other disabled persons; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Geoffrey Finsberg

I have been asked to reply.

Yes, provided they are eligible to be registered as handicapped under section 29(1) of the National Assistance Act 1948.

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