§ Mr. Ernie Rossasked the Secretary of State for Wales what is his estimate of the incidence of epilepsy in Wales.
§ Mr. Wyn Roberts:Epilepsy is not a notifiable condition and consequently no reliable information is readily available on its incidence.
§ Mr. Ernie Rossasked the Secretary of State for Wales what funds his Department is granting to research work into epilepsy; and if he intends to increase them.
§ Mr. Wyn Roberts:The Welsh Office does not at present fund any research into epilepsy. All applications for such financial support are considered on their merits.