HC Deb 02 December 1968 vol 774 c1030
11. Mr. Allason

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services whether he will increase to an economic level the charge for hospital services after a road accident for which a driver is liable.

Mr. Ennals

My right hon. Friend is considering action to increase the charges payable under the Road Traffic Act, 1960.

Mr. Allason

But as these charges are only 12s. 6d. at the moment, is not this a rather extraordinary way of tackling the problem? Why should those who are injured but who can well afford to pay even the heavy costs incurred pay only 12s. 6d. when they can afford to pay the full charge?

Mr. Ennals

Increases are at present being negotiated, and consultations are well advanced, and I expect to make a fairly early announcement about this.

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