HC Deb 09 February 1970 vol 795 cc245-6W
68. Mr. R. C. Mitchell

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services what evidence has been submitted to him showing that prescription charges are causing any hardship to any person who is not exempted from the charge; and what conclusion he has reached.

Mr. O'Malley

None. People who cannot afford to pay for prescription charges can obtain an exemption certificate or a refund, as appropriate, under the hardship scheme.