§ Mr. Pawseyasked the Secretary of State for Social Services what representations he has received about the reliability of battery-powered wheelchairs.
§ Mr. NewtonI am unaware of any recent representations to Ministers about the reliability of battery-powered wheelchairs supplied by the Department. All new contracts for batteries placed by the Department are for those of the semi-traction type, which are more suitable for wheelchairs than the starter/lights/ignition type supplied previously.