Written question asked by Peter Thurnham (Liberal Democrat), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 4 March 1997. It was answered by Tom Sackville (Conservative) on Tuesday, 4 March 1997 on behalf of the Home Office.

Home Office

Question: What steps he is taking to enquire into the assistance given by public agencies to Ms Sharon Saunders of Bolton in her efforts to break the drug addiction of her late son; if he will order a public inquiry into the case.

Answer: Mr. Thurnham: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department what steps he is taking to inquire into the assistance given by public agencies to Ms Sharon Saunders of Bolton in her efforts to break the drug addiction of her late son; if he will order a public inquiry into the case; and if he will make a statement. [18143] Mr. Sackville: As I am sure the hon. Member is aware, an inquest is to be held into the death of Philip Saunders. We will consider any issues that arise from the inquest in respect of services for which the Home Office is responsible.

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