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Mr. Lomas
asked the Secretary of State for Social Services how much research is being done to provide more efficient and sophisticated X-ray machines in each region of the United Kingdom.
Mr. Moyle
Research into more efficient and sophisticated X-ray machines is carried out by the manufacturers of such equipment, rather than by regions. My Department contributes some £200,000
The skilled resources available are currently fully employed in the fitting and maintenance of the hands now being supplied to the children who were selected to take part in the trial. When this evaluation has been completed the position will be carefully and sympathetically reviewed.