§ Mr. James Lamondasked the Secretary of State for Social Services how many agents have been appointed in the North-West Region to repair invalid carriages; and where the premises of these agents are situated.
§ Mr. AlisonRegions are defined differently for different purposes. Within the catchment area for the Manchester Artificial Limb and Appliance Centre, which includes the hon. Member's constituency, the following firms specialise in the repair of invalid three wheelers.
- A. H. Briggs Limited, Wharf Mill, Lower Wharf Street, Ashton-under-Lyne.
- Motor Services, Royal Works, Canal Side, Edge Lane, Stretford.
190 - North Manchester Engineering Company Limited.
- 1. Dingle Vale Works, Sion Street, Radcliffe.
- 2. Crescent Mill, Anderton Street, Higher Ince, Wigan.
- Sackville Street Garage Limited, Sackville Street, Macclesfield.
Minor and emergency repairs to invalid vehicles supplied by the Department may be carried out by any local garage.
§ Mr. James Lamondasked the Secretary of State for Social Services how many invalid carriages are estimated to be in use in the Oldham area.
§ Mr. AlisonI regret that this information is not available.