asked the Minister for Health the proposals, if any, he has to amend the Opticians Act, 1952, so as to bring about changes similar to those introduced in the UK; when he proposes to make such changes; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
Written Answers. - Amendment of Opticians Act.
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Although the Opticians Act of 1956 requires to be updated no decision has been taken to bring about changes in the legislation similar to those introduced recently in the United Kingdom. I am considering the scope of possible new legislation at present and I hope to be in a position to put proposals before the Government later this year.