§ Baroness Masham of Iltonasked Her Majesty's Government:
What response they have received to the request in September 1987 to district health authorities for information relating to the provision of incontinence pads; what were the reasons for asking for such information; and what action has been taken on the basis of that information.
§ Baroness HooperMost health authorities replied to the September 1987 questionnaire which was designed to provide a full picture of health authority provision of incontinence pads and advice. The information received, although now outdated, has been of use in assessing performance within the community health services.