§ Mrs. MahonTo ask the Secretary of State for Social Security how many claims for disability working allowance have been successful; hclw many have been unsuccessful; and how many are pending.
§ Mrs. MahonTo ask the Secretary of State for Social Security if he will change the criteria by which claimants are eligible for disability working allowance so that take-up of the benefit can be improved; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. ScottFurther measures to encourage take-up were launched in April, including advertisements in the local press, mailings to advisers, and seminars for voluntary organisations. We have no plans to change the eligibility criteria.