§ Mr. Kelleyasked the Secretary of State for Social Services if she is aware of the association of acro-osteolysis with 41W the exposure of people to vinyl chloride concentrations; and if she will take steps to have the condition prescribed as an industrial disease.
§ Mr. O'MalleyThe Industrial Injuries Advisory Council has already been asked by my right hon. Friend to consider whether this disease should be prescribed. I understand that evidence will shortly be invited from the unions and employers involved, and other people who may be able to help.