HC Deb 19 May 1971 vol 817 c322W
Mr. Crawshaw

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services what plans he has for sterilisation to be carried out without charge under the National Health Service.

Mr. Alison

Sterilisation may be carried out under the National Health Service where the consultant concerned considers it to be indicated on health grounds; in the case of men it may be performed in the interests of the health of either husband or wife.