HC Deb 22 February 1972 vol 831 cc256-7W
73. Mr. Judd

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services whether he will make a statement on the level, and on Her Majesty's Government's policy towards the development, of auxiliary medical services such as incontinent laundry services, home helps, chiropody and medical social workers in major urban centres of England and Wales, in particular the City of Portsmouth.

Mr. Alison

The Government's policy of seeking to encourage the development and extension of these and other services throughout the country has been clearly stated on a number of occasions. As an example I am sending the hon. Member a copy of my Department's circular of October last advising local authorities about the need for home help and laundry services.