HC Deb 18 October 1990 vol 177 c864W
Mr. Morgan

To ask the Secretary of State for Social Security when he expects to review the 75-plus age disqualification for access to assistance from the independent living fund.

Mr. Scott

The decision to restrict eligibility to those aged between 16 and 74 and who also receive attendance allowance at the higher rate was taken by the trustees in the light of the resources made available for this financial year. We understand that they are keeping this decision under review.

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