§ 26. Maria EagleTo ask the Secretary of State for Health what steps he is taking to ensure consistency between health authorities in respect of the prescription of certain drugs. [42203]
§ Mr. MilburnWe will work with the professions to produce National Service Frameworks and clinical guidelines which will be relevant to all health authorities. We will challenge and address variations in the provision of clinically and cost effective treatments not based on the health needs and wishes of local people.