§ Mr. Lomasasked the Secretary of State for Social Services if he will make a statement on the consultative document, "The Way Forward", as it represents the future policies of the Government; and when he intends to publish a further document.
§ Mr. MoyleMy right hon. Friend issued "The Way Forward" on 20th September. This document, which is complementary to the consultative document on priorities published in March 1976 by his predecessor, represents the Government's current views on the priorities to be adopted in future planning for development of the health and personal social services. Copies have been placed in the Library of the House and circulated widely to hon. Members. I have no plans at present to publish any further such documents.