§ Dame Joan Vickersasked the Secretary of State for Social Services if he will investigate the reason for the delay in providing the necessary appliances for the spina bifida children in the Plymouth hospital area.
§ Mr. AlisonNo specific complaints of delay have been received by the South Western Regional Hospital Board. In most cases children's calipers are provided within eight weeks. Delays of up to four months in the supply of special shoes can occur, particularly where alterations are necessary after fittings.
I should be glad to look into any specific cases of delay if my hon. Friend will send me particulars.