§ Mr. FatchettTo ask the Secretary of State for Health if she will make a statement on the future of NHS funding for regional genetics laboratories.
§ Dr. MawhinneyThe Government remain committed to the research and development strategy. We have made it clear that the NHS Management Executive will continue to work closely with purchasers and providers to ensure that the high levels of services which are presently delivered, including those provided by the regional genetics laboratories, are maintained.