HC Deb 26 July 1978 vol 954 c800W
Mr. Gould

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services if there are to be any changes in the income tests for free prescriptions, remission of dental and optical charges and free welfare milk and vitamins in the autumn.

Mr. Deakins

The increases in the main supplementary benefits scale rates which will come into effect from the week beginning 13th November 1978 will also apply under existing regulations in determining eligibility on grounds of low income for all these health benefits.

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