§ Mr. Peter Bruinvelsasked the Secretary of State for Education and Science (1) whether the Medical Research Council has been informed of or is involved in any current or proposed research project into genetic handicap which necessitates or would necessitate the use of human embryo;
(2) if he is aware of any publicly funded current or proposed research project into genetic handicap which involves or would involve the use of human embryo.
§ Mr. DunnMy right hon. Friend is not aware of any such work. I understand that the Medical Research Council is not involved in such work, nor is the council aware of any.