Charges for eye tests and dental care

Title

Charges for eye tests and dental care

Genre

News report; Interview

TX Date

26 Nov 1987

Year of production

1987

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Duration

00:03:41

Description

Report on NHS changes including the controversial proposed charges for eye and dental care. Health Minister Tony Newton defends the charges but Shadow Health Secretary Robin Cook says they will deter people from taking regular checkups. Male reporter not identified.

Contributors

Robin Cook; Tony Newton

Keywords

Parliamentary bills; Health services; NHS; Dental care; Eyesight; Opthalmology

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