§ Mr. Bruce-Gardyneasked the Secretary of State for Scotland what was the net cost to the Exchequer and number of prescriptions issued through the National Health Service in Scotland for the latest period of 12 months for which figures are available; and what were the corresponding figures for 1964.
§ Mr. Ross:The figures for the 12 months ending 30th September. 1967, and for 1964 are:
Period Number of Prescriptions Net Cost£ 1st October, 1966 to 30th September. 1967 27,927,770 15,981,073 1st January, 1964 to 31st December, 1964 21,951,572 *9,166,586 *After deducting charges.