HC Deb 01 July 1977 vol 934 cc361-2W
Mr. Arthur Lewis

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services what statutory authority permits a doctor to prevent his patient seeing his own medical records if he wishes to do so; and whether he will amend the law to change this practice.

Mr. Moyle

This is not a matter which is governed by statute. A decision on disclosure to the patient of his medical record is for the doctor responsible for his treatment at the time to take as a matter of professional judgment and is not a matter on which I consider it would be appropriate to suggest legislation.