§ Mr. Meacherasked the Secretary of State for Social Services how many of the largest 50 towns in Great Britain have an all-night chemist's service provided for, respectively, four or fewer nights, five-six nights, and seven nights per week; which are these towns; and what plans he has to secure such a service in those towns where it does not already exist.
§ Mr. AlisonI understand that there are only two all-night chemists, both in London, and we have no plans for the extension of such a service. Chemists living in or near their premises are usually willing to dispense urgent prescriptions at any time and doctors are required to supply medicaments needed for immediate treatment until they can be otherwise obtained.