§ 76. Mr. Eadieasked the Secretary of State for Social Services what consultations he has had with the Medical Council on alcoholism; and if he will make a statement on the help he intends to give to combat this problem.
§ Mr. AlisonWe have now heard from the Council enlarging on certain points in its recent Report. An officer of my Department is in close contact with the Council. We are considering the problems of alcoholism in relation to other calls on our resources.