HC Deb 30 November 1982 vol 33 cc124-5W
35. Mr. Colvin

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services when the new voluntary agreement between the Government and the tobacco industry will come into effect.

Mr. Kenneth Clarke

Certain items of agreement, for example the restrictions on advertising expenditure, are already in effect. The remaining terms will be brought into effect as soon as practicable.

39. Mr. Maxton

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services if he is satisfied with the voluntary code for tobacco advertising with particular reference to the provision of Government health warnings.

Mr. Kenneth Clarke

Yes. I am satisfied that the agreement I announced on 27 October will ensure that no one smokes cigarettes without being reminded that cigarettes can seriously damage his health.

Period of waiting Hospital
Broadmoor Rampton Moss Side Park Lane Total
Up to 3 months 12 10 14 4 40
3 to 5 months 4 10 4 2 20
6 to 8 months 3 4 3 3 13
9 to 11 months 3 6 5 14
12 to 23 months 2 42 17 2 63
24 to 35 months 5 20 4 2 31
36 to 47 months 4 1 5
Over 4 years 1 15 16
Total 30 111 48 13 202