It is now almost 12 months since access to the mobility allowance was closed for new applicants. When will this matter be resolved and is legislation promised to deal with the issue? Citizens have been affected by this as they rely on the allowance to be able to go to work, to access education and so on. Twelve months is a more than reasonable time for a resolution to be found. When will the issue be resolved conclusively and has legislation been promised to deal with the issue?

The health (transport support) Bill, which will deal with the issue of the mobility allowance, is due this year.