§ 62. Mr. DAYasked the Minister of Pensions the number of mechanically-propelled tricycles supplied by the Ministry at present being used and required by disabled men in receipt of pensions; whether the Ministry defray all expenses necessary for the upkeep of these vehicles; and what is the average yearly cost of same?
§ The MINISTER of PENSIONS (Mr. R. S. Hudson)The number of mechanically-propelled tricycles in use is 2,011. The cost of maintaining these vehicles as supplied to the pensioners is borne by the State on the basis of fair wear and tear and averages £4,000 a year.
§ Mr. DAYare these pensioners entitled to apply for a new tricycle when the present one is worn out?