HC Deb 01 February 1985 vol 72 c361W
Dr. Glyn

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services if he will consider prolonging the period during which consultation can take place with the medical profession, the pharmaceutical industry and organisations representing patients regarding his proposed limited list of prescribable drugs.

Mr. Kenneth Clarke

Almost three months have been allowed for consultation. We regard this as adequate and have no plans to extend it.

Mr. Cohen

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services when he expects to publish his final limited list of drugs following the completion of the consultation period; and if he will accompany the final list with an explanation of any changes made as compared with the draft list.

Type of Home Total number of residents aged 65 or over in Homes for the Elderly/Disabled Number of supported/sponsored residents aged 65 or over in homes for the:
Elderly/Disabled Mentally Ill Mentally Handicapped
Local Authority 101,996 101,996 247 278
Voluntary 26,005 8,913 119 160
Private 52,675 1,394 72 88
Total 180,676 112,303 438 526