HC Deb 11 June 1980 vol 986 cc217-8W
Mr. Kilroy-Silk

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services if he will list the health authorities or district management teams of which he is aware which have departed from current departmental guidance on out-patient prescribing.

Sir George Young

No. Such a list could not be based on complete information and might be misleading. The Department recently reminded authorities of the need to adhere to guidance on prescribing for out-patients, and is now considering what further action should be taken.