§ Mr. FearnTo ask the Secretary of State for Health whether he will set up a scheme to provide short-term wheelchair loans to aid elderly tourists while visiting tourist areas; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. DorrellThe provision of wheelchairs on short-term loan is a matter for local authority social service departments. I am advised that there are a number of such schemes in existence. The hon. Member may like to consult the local authority concerned.