HC Deb 22 October 1976 vol 917 cc567-8W
Mr. Crouch

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services what steps he is taking to publicise the use of kidney donor cards; and whether he is considering any other measures whereby a person wishing to donate his kidneys in the event of death can identify this fact.

Mr. Moyle

My Department will continue to make kidney donor cards available to the public through existing outlets, and a "filler" film urging people to carry cards has appeared on television during advertising intervals on over 100 occasions. I am presently examining with my right hon. Friend the Secretary of State for Transport the possibility of sending out a special version of the card with first provisional driving licences. I am always prepared to consider suggestions for improving arrangements for securing more kidney donors.