HC Deb 07 May 1981 vol 4 c131W
16. Mr. Skinner

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department what recent representations he has received about the provision of free television licences for all retirement pensioners and the disabled; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Mayhew

A total of 11 representations from hon. Members and 14 from members o the public have been received in the last three months. The Government have no plans to provide free television licences for pensioners or the disabled.