HC Deb 20 March 1984 vol 56 c423W
Mr. Skinner

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services whether his Department will now provide additional funds for implementing the recommendations of the Health Services Advisory Committee to curb back injuries to National Health Service staff; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. John Patten

I have nothing to add to the reply given to the right hon. Member for Stoke-on-Trent, South (Mr. Ashley) on 27 February 1984, at column76.

Mr. Skinner

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services what percentage of National Health Service nurses suffer yearly from back pain.

Mr. John Patten

This information is not available.