§ Mrs. Betty WilliamsTo ask the Secretary of State for Health what progress has been made by the review into hearing aid and audiology services; and when he will receive the report of the review. [101142]
§ Mr. Hutton[holding answer 2 December 1999]: The National Health Service Executive established a working group to take a closer look at hearing aid services and the part they play in a modern NHS. Ways of developing hearing aid services are currently being considered.