§ 59. Mr. H. Hyndasked the Minister of Health if he is aware that there is approximately one year's delay in supplying hearing aids to people in the Accrington division; and what measures he is taking to shorten this period.
§ The Minister of Health (Mr. lain Macleod)Yes, Sir, an additional centre is to be opened at Blackburn on 2nd March.
§ Mr. HyndWill that centre be fully serviced and worked as an addition to the service, and not just as a depot which will result in the same delay as before?
§ Mr. MacleodYes, it is an extra service but it will start with only one technician. Another one is being trained and the waiting list is being overcome.