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Mr. Dalyell
asked the Secretary of State for Scotland how many telephones have been installed since October, 1971, in the homes of retirement pensioners in Scotland, paid for by the State or local authorities.
Mr. Gordon Campbell
Information about assistance by local authorities is not at present available. I understand that the Supplementary Benefits Commission, which may assist in certain limited circumstances has given help in two cases since October, 1971.