§ Mr. GeorgeTo ask the Secretary of State for Health what is the average waiting period for artificial limbs to be supplied after initial consultation in(a) the west midlands, (b) New Cross hospital, Wolverhampton and (c) England and Wales.
§ Mr. FreemanThe provision of artificial limbs in England is a matter for the Disablement Services Authority, to whom the hon. Member should address his question. Any question about limb fitting in Wales is a matter for my right hon. Friend the Secretary of State for Wales.