HC Deb 05 February 1952 vol 495 c131W
144. Mr. G. Thomas

asked the Minister of Health whether he will exempt old age pensioners from paying the charges on deaf aids, surgical appliances and surgical boots.

145. Mr. T. Brown

asked the Minister of Health if he will exempt old age pensioners from the payment of 1s. for their prescriptions.

Mr. Crookshank

No, unless they are already receiving Public Assistance grant or are otherwise unable to meet the charges without hardship.