HC Deb 17 December 1969 vol 793 cc329-30W
Mr. Gregor Mackenzie

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will consider the provision of more four- and five-seat motor cars, suitably modified, for disabled drivers.

Mr. Ross

Along with my right hon. Friend the Secretary of State for Social Services, I have already undertaken to consider, when economic circumstances permit, the possible extension of the groups of National Health Service patients to whom cars may be issued. I cannot say at present when this may be possible but any concessions in this direction will have to be considered against other claims on National Health Service monies. There is no intention to issue cars with more than four seats.