HC Deb 08 May 1973 vol 856 cc51-2W
43. Mr. Fitch

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services what action he proposes to take on the recommendations contained in the Briggs Report; and if he will make a statement.

Sir K. Joseph

Consultations on the report's recommendations, which my right hon. Friends the Secretaries of State for Scotland, and Wales and I initiated are still proceeding. Decisions will be reached as soon as possible after consultations are completed.