HC Deb 17 February 1988 vol 127 c628W
Mr. Ashley

To ask the Secretary of State for Social Services if he will now take steps to prevent the National Health Service purchasing any of Eli Lilly's drugs except those which are not replaceable.

Mr. Newton

As I explained to the right hon. Member when we met earlier this week, I do not think it would be appropriate for the Government to take such action.

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