§ Mr. DonohoeTo ask the Secretary of State for Social Security what additional measures have been taken by his Department to assist the operation of the independent tribunal service since the introduction of disability living allowance.
§ Mr. ScottI am advised by the independent tribunal service that, since the introduction of disability living allowance, its budget for running costs has been increased by over £21 million. It has been authorised to increase its staff by 357 posts.