asked the Secretary of State for Social Services what representations have been made by retail chemists regarding falling profit margins; and when he proposes to conduct a review.

I have received 407 letters since 14th March 1978 from retail pharmacists in England and Wales about profit margins. In answer to the second part of the Question, I refer the hon. Member to my reply to my hon. Friend the Member for Brent, South (Mr. Pavitt) on 12th April.