§ Mr. Barry JonesTo ask the Secretary of State for Wales what measures he is taking to extend facilities for screening for cervical cancer; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. GristComputerised call and recall for cervical screening is now operational in all parts of Wales. The Welsh Office has allocated over £800,000 a year of recurring funds to district health authorities in support of the screening programme. Subject to parliamentary approval, we shall be announcing the allocation of further significant funding later this year.