HC Deb 02 March 1931 vol 249 c19
29. Mr. DAY

asked the Minister of Pensions whether he can state the number of mechanically-propelled tricycles supplied by the Ministry at present in use by disabled men in receipt of pensions; and can he state the amount expended by the Ministry during the previous 12 months for the upkeep of these vehicles?

Mr. ROBERTS

The number of mechanically-propelled tricycles now in use by pensioners of the Ministry is 2,204. The cost to the Ministry of upkeep of these tricycles was approximately £4,800 during the year 1929–30.

Mr. DAY

How often are these vehicles renewed?

Mr. ROBERTS

They are renewed as often as necessary and kept in proper repair.

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