§ Mr. Higginsasked the Secretary of State for Social Services how many deaths were reported in the last three years for which he has information available which were caused by anorexia nervosa.
§ Mr. MoyleI refer the hon. Member to the reply I gave to my hon. Friend the Member for Eccles (Mr. Carter-Jones) on 20th June 1978.—[Vol. 952, c.166.]
§ Mr. Higginsasked the Secretary of State for Social Services which charities his Department has consulted concerning the treatment and research into anorexia nervosa.
§ Mr. MoyleMy Department has not consulted any charities about treatment and research into anorexia nervosa. I am aware of a voluntary group, Anorexic Aid, whose aim is to support and advise sufferers and their families and friends.