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Written question asked by Michael Meacher (Labour), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 27 February 1992. It was answered by Baroness Bottomley of Nettlestone (Conservative) on Thursday, 27 February 1992 on behalf of the Department of Health.


Untitled Written question

Question
What would be the full year cost to the Exchequer in 1991-92 of introducing free eye tests and dental checks for (a) all people over state retirement age, (b) all those in receipt of a disability benefit and (c) both (a) and (b) together. - Inc figures.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
204 c584W;204 c586W
Session
1991-92
Subjects
Disability Dental services Costs Fees and charges Exemptions Eyesight NHS Pensioners Ophthalmic services Testing
Contains statistics
Yes