HC Deb 23 July 1990 vol 177 cc80-1W
Mr. Ashley

To ask the Secretary of State for Health what action his Department has taken following the recommendations of the national health service management consultancy services in its study of the orthotic service, which was published in October 1988; and if he will make a statement.

Mrs. Virginia Bottomley

Comments received on the report are being considered. We are reviewing future arrangements for orthotic contracts with a view to introducing revised arrangements from 1 July 1991.