Mr. Alan WilliamsTo ask the Secretary of State for Wales what steps are being taken to monitor the effect of charges for eye testing on ophthalmic waiting lists in Wales; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. GristIt is not anticipated that a reduction in the availability of free sight tests will effect the rate of detection of abnormalities nor the work load of the hospital eye service. Statistics on waiting lists are collected and published on a routine basis and are always studied with care.