§ Mr. Carter-Jonesasked the Secretary of State for Social Services if he will institute an investigation into the reasons why invalid cars take so long to deliver; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. AlisonThe arrangements for the supply of invalid vehicles, including progressing deliveries, are under constant 159W review, but, as I explained in reply to a Question from the hon. Member on 9th February, there may be many things to be done between a recommendation by a consultant and the supply of a vehicle. If the hon. Member has a particular case in mind I will gladly consider it.—[Vol. 811, c. 117-8.]
§ Mr. Carter-Jonesasked the Secretary of State for Social Services if he will consider in his review of vehicles for the disabled the provision of four-wheeled vehicles for such people as require their spouses to assist them in getting in and out; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. AlisonThe review of the vehicle service which my right hon. Friend is undertaking at the present time is a comprehensive one. It takes account of all the many suggestions for improvements to and extensions of the vehicle service made by hon. Members, private individuals and voluntary organisations. It is hoped that the review will be completed by the autumn.