§ Ms. Richardsonasked the Secretary of State for Social Services when he expects to publish his review of financial provision for maternity announced in the last year; and what will be the nature and scope of the review.
§ Mr. NewtonAlongside the programme of linked reviews that my right hon. Friend announced yesterday, we shall be considering the provision of financial help for maternity needs, with a view to simpler administration and more effective use of resources. We shall be inviting comments from interested parties in due course.