§ Mr. Boscawenasked the Secretary of State for Social Services if she will make a statement on the negotiations on reciprocal arrangements between United Kingdom and Spanish and Portuguese Governments in regard to pensions and health service provision.
§ Mr. O'MalleyI would refer the hon. Member to my reply to the hon. Member for Brentwood and Ongar (Mr. McCrindle) on 30th July. No negotiations are currently in progress with Portugal.
§ Mr. Ridsdaleasked the Secretary of State for Social Services if she will make a statement about the negotiations with the Spanish Government concerning the position of overseas retirement.
§ Mr. O'MalleyI would refer the hon. Member to my reply to the hon. Member for Brentwood and Ongar (Mr. McCrindle) on 30th July.