HC Deb 23 November 1983 vol 49 c192W
Mr. Dobson

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services how many people in England and Wales are aged 65 to 75, 75 to 85, and 85 to 95 years; and how many in each decile group are disabled as a result of military service.

Mr. Newton

The information is as follows:

purpose in collecting statistics based on the personal knowledge of our Department and myself on the party affiliations of chairmen of authorities. As a body, the chairmen cover a wide range of political opinions, and I hope that that will always be the case.