§ Mr. HoodTo ask the Secretary of State for Social Services if he will make a statement on his future plans for financial support to the Myalgic Encephalomyelitis Association; and why financial assistance has not yet been given.
§ Mrs. Currie[holding answer 7 June 1988]: In recognition of the valuable work of the Myalgic Encephalomyelitis Association we have decided to make a grant for the first time of £5,000 for the current financial year.