Eyesight: Children
Commons · Question 2981 · Tabled 19 May 2026 · Department of Health and Social Care · Official record
Answered 28 May 2026
Question
Asked by Anna Dixon
To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what consideration his Department has given to reviewing NHS optical voucher values for children with complex visual needs, particularly those with conditions such as Albanism.
Answer
Answered by Stephen Kinnock, 28 May 2026
The Government recognises the importance of ensuring that children, including those with complex visual needs such as albinism, can access appropriate optical care and appliances.National Health Service optical vouchers are designed to support eligible gr...