§ Dr. Roger Thomasasked the Secretary of State for Social Services if he will set up a feasibility study into the demand for an outdoor powered wheelchair that can be operated by the occupant, which is also lightweight and capable of being carried in a car boot.
§ Mr. NewtonThe scope of the Department's wheelchair service is being considered by a working party that is reviewing the services provided by artificial limb and appliance centres. I am drawing its attention to the hon. Member's suggestion.