§ Mr. John Evansasked the Secretary of State for Social Services what representations she has received from the trade union movement, the medical profession and any other bodies regarding the operation of the occupational deafness scheme.
§ Mr. O'MalleyA number of representations have been received, mainly from the trade union movement. Primarily these have been concerned with the possibility of extending the scheme to cover other industries.
§ Mr. John Evansasked the Secretary of State for Social Services how many people are in receipt of a hearing aid under the occupational deafness scheme; and if she will give the figures on a regional basis.
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§ Mr. O'MalleyNone. Hearing aids are provided free of charge by the National Health Service to all who need them.