HC Deb 26 October 1999 vol 336 c853W
Mr. Robertson

To ask the Secretary of State for Health what plans he has to review the provisions of the Human Tissue Act 1961 to require coroners to consult relatives before removing body organs; and if he will make a statement. [95571]

Mr. Hutton

In view of the concerns raised about the removal and retention of organs at post mortem, we have asked the Chief Medical Officer to conduct an investigation. This investigation will look at what has happened in the country generally and at the implications for the National Health Service. Any recommendations relating to coronial practice emerging from the CMO's investigation, the Bristol Inquiry, or other local reviews will receive full consideration.