HC Deb 29 October 1981 vol 10 c448W

Dr. Roger Thomas asked the Secretary of State for Social Services whether he is satisfied that the proceeds from charging overseas patients for treatment will cover the administrative costs involved; and whether, in the event of any net cost, he will reconsider his policy of charging.

Mr. Geoffrey Finsberg: Yes, but we are awaiting the report of the working party referred to in my right hon. Friend's reply to my hon. Friend the Member for Preston, North (Mr. Atkins) on 20 October 1981—[Vol. 10, c. 95–96.]