HC Deb 22 May 1996 vol 278 c279W
Dr. Godman

To ask the Secretary of State for Social Security how many people in Scotland over the age of 65 years were in receipt of attendance allowance in(a) 1992–93 and (b) 1995–96. [29247]

Mr. Andrew Mitchell

This is a matter for Peter Mathison, the chief executive of the Benefits Agency. He will write to the hon. Member.

Letter from Peter Mathison to Dr. Norman A. Godman, dated 21 May 1996: The Secretary of State for Social Security has asked me to reply to your recent Parliamentary Question asking how many people in Scotland, over the age of 65 years were in receipt of Attendance Allowance in (a) 1992–93 and (b) 1995–96.

  • The information requested is as follows:
  • At 31.3.93: 73,800
  • At 29.2.96: 109,600
  • (latest data available)
  • Figures are provisional and subject to amendment.
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