HC Deb 21 December 1999 vol 341 c508W
25. Dr. Gibson

To ask the Secretary of State for Health what plans he has to incorporate the human papilloma test in cervical cancer screening. [102286]

Yvette Cooper

An outline proposal on pilot studies using HPV testing as triage for mild and borderline smears was discussed at the National Screening Committee's meeting in Belfast on 8 December 1999. The Health Departments are now considering their advice, and we hope to make a statement shortly.