§ Mr. WinnickTo ask the Secretary of State for Social Security, pursuant to his answer of 10 June,Official Report, column 333, when he expects to conclude his discussions with Walsall council over its refusal to comply with legislation allowing blind people in receipt of the disability living allowance to have the concessionary bus pass; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. ScottWe remain engaged in discussions with the council and hope to conclude them in the near future. I will write to the hon. Member as soon as the discussions are completed to let him know their outcome.