§ 44. Mr. Willie W. Hamiltonasked the Secretary of State for Social Services if he will make a statement on the cervical screening programme and the prospects of improving its coverage in the next financial year.
§ Mr. HayhoeIn April we asked all health authorities in England to review the organisation and effectiveness of their cervical cancer screening programmes, and to introduce computerised systems to identify, call and recall women at risk. As these systems are brought into operation they should significantly improve coverage. Suggestions on further improvements to practical arrangements for screening, including coverage, are being discussed with the medical profession. A consultative paper will be issued shortly.