§ Mr. Hayesasked the Secretary of State for Social Services what plans he has to improve the provision of chiropodists in the West Essex health authority.
§ Mr. NewtonThe provision of chiropody services is a responsibility of the West Essex health authority and my hon. Friend may care to write to its chairman about the authority's plans. However, I understand that the West Essex health authority plans to recruit a number of chiropodists to improve the service provided to the district in the near future.