§ Mr. Freudasked the Secretary of State for Social Services what is the current figure for income disregard in respect of old people admitted to local authority homes; when this figure was last changed; how it compares with the income disregard for supplementary benefit; what representations he has received in respect of the case for adjusting it; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. NewtonI shall let the hon. Member have a reply as soon as possible.