§ Mr. Adam Butlerasked the Secretary of State for Social Services what recent representations he has received about the inclusion of cystic fibrosis on the prescription charge exemption list; and whether he is considering a change of policy on this matter.
§ Mr. MoyleOne such representation has been received in the past 12 months. We have no plans at present to extend categories of exemption. It remains our intention to consider further steps in the progressive abolition of prescription charges when the resources available to the Health Service permit.