HC Deb 24 June 1999 vol 333 c435W
Mr. Cummings

To ask the Secretary of State for Health when he expects pen needles used by insulin-dependent diabetics to be available free of charge; and if he will make a statement. [87641]

Mr. Sanders

To ask the Secretary of State for Health when he expects to make an announcement concerning the prescribing of insulin pen needles; and if he will make a statement. [87644]

Mr. Denham

We have received representations from most of the organisations consulted. We are considering them, and are seeking clarification on certain points before we make our final decisions.

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