§ Mr. David AtkinsonTo ask the Secretary of State for Health what research has been undertaken into chelation therapy; what consideration has been made to make it available within the national health service on a non-discretionary basis; and if she will make a statement. [25591]
§ Mr. SackvilleNone.
As with all other forms of treatment, it is for local purchasers to decide in the light of available resources and competing priorities, on the purchase of the most appropriate forms of treatment to meet the assessed health needs of their population.