§ Mr. Alfred Morrisasked the Secretary of State for Social Services how many patients will remain untreated for the condition in consequence of the closure of the tinnitus clinic at University college hospital; if he will provide the funds necessary for the clinic to continue its work; what sum will be required for the purpose; and if he will make a statement.
§ M r. John PattenWe have no precise information on the number of patients waiting for treatment at this clinic. The honorary consultant in charge has approached the Department for direct funding of this work, but has not provided the information we have requested to enable us to assess what is needed. Nevertheless, as stated in my reply to the hon. Member for Wolverhampton, North-East (Mrs. Short) we have offered to continue funding at present levels for work in 1983–84, and to consider the case for further support in 1984–85. This offer remains open should the consultant wish to reconsider it.
§ Mr. Alfred Morrisasked the Secretary of State for Social Services what consultation his Department has had with University college hospital about the future of its tinnitus clinic; and if any further talks are planned.
Families With or Without Children, with Income at Specific Levels and Number of Children in those Families Scotland 1981 average thousands Below supplementary benefit level In receipt of supplementary benefit Above supplementary benefit level but within 40 per cent of it Families 110 300 400 Per cent, of all families in Scotland 4 12 16 Children 20 130 270