§ Mr. Gwynoro Jonesasked the Secretary of State for Social Services if he will list the fes paid to an ophthalmic optician and an ophthalmic medical practitioner for an eye examination in July, 1948, and at the present time; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. AlisonThe sight test fees payable in 1948 to ophthalmic opticians and ophthalmic medical practitioners were 15s. 6d., and £1 11s. 6d., respectively. The current fees are £1.55 and £1.50. The Review Body on Doctors' and Dentists' Remuneration is at present reviewing the fee payable to ophthalmic medical practitioners.
60Wunder the Abortion Act. I have made inquiries and have no reason to believe that the clinic is receiving patients in breach of any of the assurances which I require before giving my approval.
§ Mr. David Steelasked the Secretary of State for Social Services how many abortions were notified as being carried out in England and Wales in 1971 on women whose normal place of residence was given as abroad; and what were the countries of residence of the women concerned.
§ Mr. AlisonFollowing is the information available: