Orthopaedic Appliances

Mr. Carter-Jones
asked the Secretary of State for Social Services if she has received a copy of the O'Dowd Report regarding the prescription, supply and manufacture of orthopaedic appliances for the National Health Service; if she will comment on the findings of this report; and if she will make a statement.

Mr. Alfred Morris
I have received a copy of the report and it is being studied in my Department. I will write fully to my hon. Friend when I have reached a view on the report.