HC Deb 09 February 1983 vol 36 c358W
Dr. Roger Thomas

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department what consideration he is giving to the ethical position of doctors in hypnotic induction in the context of the proposed guidelines to be issued on its forensic use by the police.

Mr. Mayhew

This is one of the matters which is being taken into account in preparing the guidelines to chief officers of police. Professional bodies are to be consulted about the guidelines shortly and may wish to comment.