§ Mr. Carter-Jonesasked the Secretary of State for Social Services if he has studied the recent survey by Age Concern, a copy of which is in his possession, regarding the experiences of elderly people under the National Health Service; what representations he has received from Age Concern on this subject; if he will take steps to improve any deficiencies revealed by the report; and if he will make a statement.
§ Sir K. JosephI have seen this report but have received no representations from Age Concern. The contents do no more than confirm past information about services for the elderly, which all those responsible are seeking to improve and develop as quickly as resources permit.