HC Deb 31 May 1967 vol 747 c37W
Mr. Crouch

asked the Minister of Helath what are the limitations on the supply of portable oxygen cylinders through the National Health Service to patients in need of such equipment.

Mr. K. Robinson

Initial supplies are made by the loan of oxygen administration sets on the recommendation of a consultant under the hospital and specialist service. Replacement or recharging of cylinders is normally undertaken by the same service but may also be ordered by a general practitioner under the pharmaceutical service.