§ 16. Mr. Dalyellasked the Secretary of State for Social Services what success she has had in her efforts to procure more kidneys available for transplant; and if she will make a statement.
§ Dr. Owen585 kidneys were transplanted in the United Kingdom in the year ended 30th September 1975. The comparable figure for the previous year was 521. Although there continues to be a steady increase in the number of kidneys becoming available there remains an urgent need for more.