§ Mr. Carter-Jonesasked the Secretary of State for Social Services if the area health authority in whose area there have been delays in the supply of orthopaedic appliances has been in touch with her Department about the delays; what action she has taken; and if she will make a statement.
§ Mr. Alfred MorrisIf my hon. Friend is referring to Queen Mary's Hospital, Carshalton, yes. The area health authority is now reviewing the arrangements for the supply of appliances with the staff con-76W cerned and my Department will be helping in their discussions.