HC Deb 19 January 1998 vol 304 cc389-90W
Mr. Syms

To ask the Secretary of State for Health what guidance he has given to health authorities to ensure a more consistent provision of infertility services across the country. [23913]

Ms Jowell

The White Paper "The New National Health Service" outlines a number of steps which the Government will be taking to improve the consistency of service provision throughout the National Health Service. We will challenge and address variations which are not based on the health needs and wishes of local people. We will aim for maximum consistency while still allowing appropriate local and individual responsiveness. We are currently considering what further advice the NHS should be given on infertility service provision.