§ Mr. MorganTo ask the Secretary of State for Health what representations she has received in relation to the supply of portable oxygen cylinders on prescription or via NHS consultants' recommendation; what guidelines she has issued to health authorities in relation to portable oxygen cylinders; and if she will make a statement.
§ Dr. MawhinneyWe have received a number of representations on this matter. There are no plans to allow general practitioners to prescribe portable oxygen cylinders. Hospital consultants will continue to have authority to do so.