§ Mr. Alex CarlileTo ask the Secretary of State for Health what is her policy on non-contract pharmacies in England and Wales; and if she will make a statement.
§ Mr. MaloneThis is one of a number of issues that relate to the operation of the National Health Service (Pharmaceutical Services) Regulations 1992,as amended, and which the Department is keeping under careful review. Changes to the regulations have not been ruled out but we want to listen to all sides of the arguments being put to us before reaching a final conclusion.