asked the Minister for Health whether he intends to consider further a scheme for the provision of hearing aids for adults which would be applicable by the North Tipperary County Council.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Hearing Aids for Adults.
The question of organising a general scheme for the supply by local authorities of hearing-aids to adults in the lower income group has been under consideration by my Department, but, having regarding to current financial and other difficulties, the introduction of such a scheme must be deferred for the present.
Will the Minister indicate any period in which such a scheme may be introduced?
I cannot. Wait until the financial clouds pass and then I will tell you.