§ Dr. Roger Thomasasked the Secretary of State for Social Services whether information available to his Department confirms the evidence obtained at the Sighthill district of Edinburgh that the provision of local health centre ante-natal clinics rather than hospital clinics brought about better attendances and improved perinatal mortality; and if he will consider recommending to health authorities that such services be expanded.
§ Mr. Geoffrey FinsbergI am aware of the interesting results being reported by those involved in the Sighthill scheme in Edinburgh. The maternity services advisory committee was set up to advise on issues relating to the maternity services and is currently reviewing ante-natal care. The committee has, I understand, considered the Sighthill scheme and we await its recommendations with interest.