HC Deb 30 March 1987 vol 113 c414W
Mr. Nicholas Brown

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services what relationships are established between National Health Service maternity hospitals and private sector companies and institutes regarding the disposal of placentas; what is the cost to the National Health Service of such arrangements; and what is the procedure for informing patients.

Mrs. Currie

I shall let the hon. Member have a reply as soon as possible.