HC Deb 09 March 1982 vol 19 cc395-6W
49. Mr. Renton

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services if he has any plans further to assist the provision of meals on wheels and of home helps.

Mr. Geoffrey Finsberg

The Government have asked local authorities to protect and, wherever possible to develop, services for elderly people.especially the most vulnerable and frail. It is for each authority to determine its appropriate response in the light of local circumstances.