Major Hicks Beachasked the Minister of Health whether he is aware that applicants for hearing aids under the National Health Service in the Cheltenham area are still having to wait longer than applicants in other areas; and whether he will make a statement as to how progress is proceeding with the new distribution centre at Gloucester.
§ Mr. Iain MacleodYes. The new distribution centre at Gloucester is due to begin work by the end of this month.