HC Deb 06 April 1973 vol 854 c181W
Mr. Woodhouse

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry if he will give a general direction to the British Airports Authority to ensure that adequate provision is made of visual information, to supplement oral announcements, for the benefit of deaf travellers.

Mr. Onslow

No. This is a matter for the management of the authority. I am advised, however, that extensive use is already made of visually presented information and, in addition, if a deaf traveller—or any passenger with a disability—asks for special assistance the airlines or the authority will do their best to provide it.