§ Mr. Paul BurstowTo ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department when the review of death certification is likely to be concluded; and if he will make a statement. [110825]
§ Hilary BennThe Independent Fundamental Review of Death Certification and Coroner Services in England, Wales and Northern Ireland reported to the Home Secretary at the end of April. The Home Secretary has not, therefore, had the opportunity yet to decide what form the Government's response will take.
§ Mr. BurstowTo ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department whether the review of death certification will recommend giving MRSA a code so that it can be listed as a cause of death on death certificates; and if he will make a statement. [110826]
§ Hilary BennThe Independent Fundamental Review of Death Certification and Coroner Services in England, Wales and Northern Ireland reported to the Home Secretary at the end of April. Ministers are currently considering its recommendations. Currently MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) can and does appear on death certificates.