§ Mr. Pavittasked the Secretary of State for Social Services when he received the views of the independent assessors subsequent to his receipt of the research report into back pain amongst nurses in August 1984; and if he will place copies of these documents in the Library.
§ Mr. Kenneth ClarkeWe received the report of independent assessors in January this year. I am advised that there is an accepted practice that assessments of this nature are confidential to the Chief Scientist.