Ms Catherine Cox:

The Deputy asked what could be done with the mobility allowance. The mobility allowance worked and it was only removed because of the Equal Status Act. Rather than extending it beyond the age of 66, it was removed. It should be reinstated and opened up. That system worked. It was an allowance and provided flexibility. We believe it should be opened up rather than removing it which is what was done. I know the fear with the other system is that rather than making it better it will be completely taken away. Obviously, none of us wants to see that.