§ Mr. Alfred MorrisTo ask the Secretary of State for Health what further representations he has had from the Haemophilia Society in regard to people with haemophilia who were infected with hepatitis C by contaminated blood products supplied to them by the NHS; what reply he gave; what action he is taking; and if he will make a statement. [23803]
§ Mr. HoramI met representatives of the Haemophilia Society on 26 March to discuss its report on haemophilia and hepatitis C which was published in February. The meeting covered a range of issues concerning haemophiliacs infected with hepatitis C and I outlined the action that the Government are taking, including research and support for voluntary organisations working in this field.