§ 17. Mr. Onslowasked the Secretary of State for Social Services what reduction he expects to achieve in the waiting lists for hip replacement operations within the next six monthts as a result of the allocation of additional funds to his Department.
§ Mr. MoyleThe guidance given to health authorities on the allocation of the additional funds included action to reduce waiting lists as one of the priorities. Although waiting lists for hip replacement operations were not separately identified I would expect them to be among those to benefit. Detailed allocations within the guidance on priorities is a matter for health authorities.